ceasefire

13 hostages will be released:

Hostage release deal begins today

Ceasefire went into effect at 7:00 a.m. At 4:00 p.m., 13 hostages will be freed. Their families were informed about it on Thursday.

Qatar Foreign Ministry:

Ceasefire on Friday at 7 am, hostages will be released at 4 pm

Spokesperson for Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says Qatar has lists of people to be released from both sides, 13 Israelis to be released tomorrow

Analyst:

The soldiers on the ground believe ceasefire is a mistake

Military analyst Yossi Yehoshua: 'Significant' discrepancies between how top IDF bronze, soldiers fighting on the ground, see prisoner swap.

Defense Minister Gallant:

'Even during the ceasefire, troops will recive intelligence'

Minister Gallant said that thanks to exact intelligence the troops on the ground know what to do and the enemy is in distress.

'You don’t negotiate with terrorists' - Binyamin Netanyahu

This is an agreement that does not take the future into account. Op-ed.

What is wrong with us?

The same people whose mistaken view of the situation allowed the massacre on October 7th, made the decision fot a ceasefire now. Op-ed.

Otzma Yehudit votes against

Government approves hostage release deal

Government approves deal which will see 50 Israelis released in batches during a four-day ceasefire. The releases will begin on Thursday.

Washington Post report:

Tentative deal reached to pause conflict, free hostages

Report says tentative deal would free dozens of hostages in exchange for five-day pause. White House spokesperson: No deal in place yet.

Open Letter to Biden:

“Stop your support for Israel”

Hundreds of political appointees from dozens of government agencies demand that President Biden stop his support for Israel in the Gaza war.

BBC and Macron call for ceasefire victory for Hamas savages

Since students no longer study the French language, I do not know what the French word for “chutzpah” is. Or is it just cowardice? Op-ed.

Ceasefire? Not on our lives

Was there any pause when the US decimated Fallujah and Mosul? Is the UN demanding ceasefire in Papua? Myanmar? No ceasefire, no pause.Op-ed.

UN chief urges 'humanitarian ceasefire' in Gaza

In a post on X, Antonio Guterres says "need for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza is getting more urgent with every passing hour."

Netanyahu to ABC News:

'There will be no ceasefire without the release of our hostages'

PM Netanyahu once again rejects the idea of a ceasefire in Gaza unless hostages are released: It will hamper the war effort.

Op-ed:

No ceasefire, Hamas doesn’t get a 'do-over' to commit genocide

The international community has always given Israel’s enemies a ‘do-over’ after attempts to wipe out the Jewish State.  No more.

Keir Starmer: Now is not the time for a ceasefire in Gaza

UK Labour Party leader warns a ceasefire right now would leave Hamas with the ability to repeat the October 7 massacre.

Hillary Clinton:

'People calling for ceasefire now do not understand Hamas'

The former US Secretary of State explained that Hamas would exploit a ceasefire to rebuild armaments.

Senior Israeli official:

'There will be no ceasefire in Gaza'

Senior Israeli official tells CNN there will be “no ceasefire” in Gaza amid efforts to free hostages.

Report:

Humanitarian ceasefire began at 9:00

The Prime Minister's office has denied reports that a humanitarian ceasefire in the southern Gaza Strip took effect on Monday morning.

US, Saudi Arabia calls for extension of Sudan ceasefire

The ceasefire which was agreed upon last week is due to expire Monday at 9:45 p.m. local time.

Op-ed:

Another ceasefire…and another…and another…

We can but live the best we can and look forward to the next round unless we decide to take back Gaza. Op-ed.

UN envoy:

'I call on all sides to observe the ceasefire'

UN envoy Tor Wennesland welcomes ceasefire in Gaza and Israel, says he is "deeply saddened by the loss of life and injuries".

US welcomes Gaza ceasefire:

'It will prevent the further loss of civilian lives'

State Department spokesperson thanks Egypt's role in brokering ceasefire, affirms US commitment to Israel’s security.

Did Israel agree to ceasefire?

'Quiet will be answered with quiet'

'If Israel is attacked or threatened, it will to do everything necessary to protect itself,' NSC chief Tzachi Hanegbi tells Egypt.

Dep. Finance Minister:

'Include return of soldiers' bodies in any ceasefire agreement'

'Hamas is the master in Gaza, we must bring it to a position in which it surrenders,' Dep. Finance Min. Woldiger says.

Following report of ceasefire:

Rockets fired at southern and central Israel

Gaza terrorists fire rockets towards Israel shortly before expected start of ceasefire.

Report: Israel and Islamic Jihad agree to ceasefire

Ceasefire expected to take effect at 10:00p.m., report says.

Egypt presents Israel with new ceasefire proposal

Proposal includes temporary ceasefire starting at midnight, and reopening of crossings. Unclear if agreement has been reached.

Islamic Jihad: 'Too early for ceasefire'

An Islamic Jihad spokesperson commented that the organization still has goals to achieve in the current round of hostilities.

Israel denies reports of conditional ceasefire

Arab media reported that Israel agreed to stop targeted assassinations and to return the body of the terrorist Khader Adnan.

New rocket barrages at south, center following ceasefire reports

Red alert sirens activated in Tel Aviv and many other cities as Islamic Jihad continues its attacks on Israel.

270 rockets:

Report: Israel, Gaza terror groups agree to ceasefire

Eyptian sources claim ceasefire talks successful. David's Sling has first successful interception of rocket fired at Tel Aviv.

IDF believes Gaza ceasefire could last a few years

TV report: IDF assessment is that deterrence achieved in recent operation could bring about years of calm.

Gantz on ceasefire:

'There was no promise to release terrorists'

Defense Minister: As long as the calm continues in the south - we will allow work and basic economic well-being for the residents of Gaza.

Israel’s eight-minute ceasefire

Negotiating with jihadists doesn’t work. Op-ed.

Lapid thanks Egypt's President Sisi for ceasefire efforts

Lapid speaks to President of Egypt, says Egypt has a very significant role in maintaining regional stability and security.

Why did the Islamic Jihad agree to a ceasefire so quickly?

With the Israeli hits becoming more painful and on target, Iran had no chance but to swallow its pride. Op-ed.

Biden welcomes Gaza ceasefire

"My support for Israel’s security is long-standing and unwavering," says US President after Operation Breaking Dawn comes to an end.

Islamic Jihad claims:

Egypt promised to free leader arrested by Israel

In ceasefire announcement published on Telegram, Egypt undertakes to help free Islamic Jihad leader.

Report: Islamic Jihad refuses humanitarian cease-fire

Israeli govt. wants to prevent humanitarian situation in Gaza from deteriorating to ensure Hamas does not enter the fighting.

Report:

Egypt to attempt to mediate ceasefire

Al Arabiya report: Egyptian delegation making its way to Israel in order to bring about a ceasefire in Gaza.

Ukraine, Russia reach agreement on humanitarian corridors

Agreement would allow evacuation of civilians from areas of battle in Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Egypt urges calm after latest rocket attack

Egyptian officials call on Gaza groups to stop provocations and for Israel to accelerate arrangements agreed upon as part of May ceasefire.

Report: Egypt passed Israel document for ceasefire with Hamas

Document passed to Israelis connected to security, economic situation in Gaza, report says.

Report: Hamas sets conditions for prisoner swap with Israel

Hamas reportedly tells Egyptian mediators it guarantees a ceasefire and a prisoner swap should Israel adhere to a number of conditions.

Egyptian intelligence chief arrives in Israel

Kamel is the first Egyptian official to meet PM Bennett since the new government was sworn in.

Foreign Minister Ashkenazi to visit Cairo

Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi is expected to meet his Egyptian counterpart to discuss long-term ceasefire with Hamas.

Biden thanks Egyptian President for 'successful diplomacy'

US President speaks to Egyptian counterpart following the ceasefire in Gaza which was agreed upon last week.

'The people demand victory': New campaign slams Gaza ceasefire

Victory Project launches new billboard campaign protesting Israel's agreement to ceasefire with Hamas.

UAE: We're ready to facilitate peace between Israel and PA

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince tells Egyptian President the UAE is ready to work to preserve Gaza ceasefire and achieve peace.

Abbas speaks to Blinken: Stop the Israeli aggression

US Secretary of State phones PA chairman following Gaza ceasefire.

Jordanians celebrate 'victory of resistance' against Israel

Thousands demonstrate in Jordan following latest Gaza fighting, chant "death to Israel".

IDF deterred Hamas from devastating last-minute attack

During last few hours before ceasefire, IDF was ready to hit huge number of targets if Hamas fired on Tel Aviv.

Sderot Mayor: The government doesn't really want to defeat Hamas

Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi blasts Cabinet's decision to declare a ceasefire in Gaza.

Biden’s skin-deep support for Israel

Biden's actual policies toward Israel are revealed by his political appointments, courtship of Iran and his funding the P.A. Op-ed.

Blinken welcomes ceasefire, will visit region soon

Secretary of State speaks to Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi, welcomes ceasefire in Gaza.

Egyptian President thanks Biden after Gaza ceasefire

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi thanks US President for his role in making Egyptian initiative for a ceasefire in Gaza succeed.

Ceasefire goes into effect

Rocket barrage on the south, one person injured

Gaza terrorists fire barrages before ceasefire begins. One rocket directly hits building in Eshkol Regional Council, injuring one person.

Biden: The US fully supports Israel’s right to defend itself

Biden vows to replenish Israel's Iron Dome system, says US will work with PA - and not Hamas - to provide humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Gantz: We reached unprecedented military achievements

Defense Minister in statement after approval of ceasefire: The reality on the ground will determine how we move forward.

France pushing for Gaza ceasefire at UN

France planning to bring forward resolution at UN Security Council calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.