Israel, Hamas Reach Cease-Fire Deal, Now Awaiting Netanyahu Cabinet Approval
Qatar’s prime minister laid down the general terms of the six-week cease-fire, which includes swapping 33 hostages for an unspecified number of prisoners. Israel and Hamas have reached a deal, to take effect on Jan. 19, for a hostage and prisoner swap, a six-week cease-fire, and access to relief aid for the beleaguered Gaza Strip.