Talks begin on 2nd phase of Gaza ceasefire

Mourners bury one of the last hostages released from Gaza as talks start for ceasefire future
JERUSALEM (AP) — Mourners in Israel on Friday were burying the remains of one of the final hostages released in the first phase of the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, as negotiators discussed a second phase that could end the war in Gaza and see the remaining living captives returned home.
Hamas Releases Six More Hostages Under Gaza Cease-Fire Deal
The hostages are the last living hostages to be freed in the first phase of a fragile deal with Israel, adding to pressure for both sides to start negotiations to permanently end the war.
Talks begin on second phase of Gaza ceasefire
Negotiations between Israel and Hamas on the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire began Thursday in the Egyptian capital, Egypt said, averting a collapse ahead of Saturday's expiration of the agreement's first phase.
UN says Gaza ceasefire ‘must hold,’ as first phase due to expire
Protesters demanding the immediate release of hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip, in Tel Aviv, Israel, Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg) GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AFP) — U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Friday that the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal "must hold,
Hamas releases bodies of 4 hostages as first phase of Gaza ceasefire nears end
In the final exchange of the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire, Hamas released the bodies of four hostages and Israel released hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. The six-week first phase ends on Saturday and details of a second phase are still to be determined.
Israel refuses to withdraw from Gaza corridor as ceasefire phase ends
Israel announced it will not withdraw from the strategic Philadelphi corridor along Gaza’s border with Egypt, potentially jeopardizing the fragile ceasefire with Hamas.
What’s Next for the Gaza Truce? Look at the Border With Egypt.
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Hamas shows the world why Gaza is beyond saving
The bodies of Shiri, Ariel and Kfir Bibas were paraded by Hamas on Thursday in a disgusting display of bloodlust and lies.
As Gaza’s future hangs in balance, UN chief will join Arab League summit to discuss its reconstruction
UN chief Guterres said he would outline priorities at the March 4 Arab League meeting, including that the ceasefire and ...
Trump shares AI video envisioning Gaza development with gold statue of president
President Trump on Tuesday evening shared a video produced using artificial intelligence (AI) that showcases his proposals ...
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Israel and Hamas have something in common
After six weeks of calm in Gaza, Israel and Hamas would be under enormous pressure not to resume fighting. Negotiations over ...
Middle East latest: Fragile ceasefire intact as Israel, Hamas agree on new exchange
Palestinian medics say at least six infants have died from hypothermia in the last two weeks in the Gaza Strip.
Six babies have died from cold in Gaza over two weeks, medics say
At least six babies have died in the past two weeks in Gaza due to the cold weather and lack of adequate shelter and heating, ...
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Hamas calls on Israel to start talks for next phase of truce
Hamas called on Israel Thursday to enter negotiations for the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire after the group handed over ...