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USA

Netanyahu to become first foreign leader to visit Trump in White House

The new US administration, which claims credit for the current ceasefire in Gaza, has called for a permanent end to the war between Israel and Hamas.

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Ceasefire in Gaza: Palestinians return home as roads reopen

Hundreds of thousands of Gazans are returning home, despite the destruction and difficult conditions, to rebuild their lives.

EuroVerify

What we know about the EU’s revived Rafah border mission

The EU’s top diplomat has said the civilian mission can play a “decisive role” in supporting the Gaza ceasefire. Euronews breaks down what we know about its mandate and operations.

Israel

Eight out of 33 hostages Hamas is due to release are dead, Israel says

Israeli government spokesperson David Mencer told reporters on Monday that a list provided by Hamas shows 25 of the 33 hostages to be released in the first phase of the ceasefire deal are still alive.

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Israel

Hamas to release three more Israeli hostages under ceasefire deal

Qatar mediated an agreement between Israel and Hamas to release Israeli hostage Arbel Yehoud and allow Palestinians to return to northern Gaza. The exchange is set for Thursday.

Lebanon

Israel seeks 30-day extension for Lebanon withdrawal, reports claim

Israel has reportedly asked the US for more time to withdraw from southern Lebanon - only days before the deadline to do so is up. Hezbollah says this is unacceptable, and support for Lebanon from major international players is on display.

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Palestinians return to Gaza after ceasefire to find homes destroyed

Displaced Gazans have returned to find their homes destroyed after Israel and Hamas agreed a fragile ceasefire, ending 15 months of fighting.

Israel

Euroviews. The Israel-Hamas ceasefire is a deal that cannot last

In truth, the first phase of the deal is relatively easy to implement and gives all parties a respite from draining conflict. After the six-week ceasefire, any extension will depend on the success of future negotiations, Soli Özel writes.

Travel News

Can you fly to Israel from Europe now and is it safe?

The Gaza conflict decimated tourism in Israel, but with a ceasefire deal enacted, many European airlines are already making plans to reinstate their flights.

Yemen

Yemen’s Houthis to limit attacks in Red Sea to Israeli-linked vessels

While the rate of attacks has slowed, uncertainty looms because the incoming US President Donald Trump could redesignate the Houthis as a terrorist organisation.

Gaza

Palestinians in Gaza wake up relieved after first night of ceasefire

Thousands of Gazans have begun to travel back to the homes they evacuated earlier in the war.

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Watch West Bank joy as 90 freed Palestinian prisoners return

Thousands in Beitunia celebrated the release of 90 Palestinian prisoners as part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. The next exchange is scheduled for Saturday as fragile truce holds.

Israel

Israel's security cabinet votes to approve Gaza ceasefire deal

The deal, which has been held back after several delays, now passes to the country's full cabinet for signoff.

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Israeli airstrikes in Gaza kill 72 as ceasefire delayed

Gaza's Health Ministry reports 72 dead from Israeli airstrikes despite a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas reportedly agreed on Wednesday.

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Gaza celebrates as Israel and Hamas reportedly reach ceasefire deal

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas brings hope to end 15 months of conflict, with phased release of hostages and humanitarian aid flowing into Gaza.

Radio Schuman

What role for the EU in Israeli-Hamas ceasefire?

The EU played no role in negotiations, but might take a role in implementing the ceasefire, according to experts.

World News

International reactions pour in following Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal

Reactions from world leaders have been pouring in hailing the ceasefire deal in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.

Europe News

Israel-Hamas reach ceasefire deal, Biden says as Netanyahu stays quiet

Key mediators, including US President Joe Biden, in a ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel say that a landmark agreement has been reached to pause the 15-months of war in the Gaza Strip. Israeli has said its cabinet is yet to agree.

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Israeli airstrikes kill 17 in Gaza as ceasefire negotiations continue

At least 17 Palestinians killed in Gaza as Israeli airstrikes on the enclave continue as Israel and Hamas appear to narrow in on a ceasefire deal.

Lebanon

Lebanese army deploys to Naqoura as part of Israel ceasefire deal

Israel and Hezbollah agreed to pull their forces out of southern Lebanon before the end of January. The area will then be secured by the Lebanese army and UN peacekeepers, as part of the agreed conditions of the ceasefire.