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Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Wednesday urged the Israeli government to vote in favor of the ceasefire deal to free hostages and to pause the war in the Gaza Strip.

Despite ongoing disputes over the details of a ceasefire deal in the Gaza war, Israeli President Isaac Herzog expressed optimism on Thursday that the talks in Qatar would be concluded swiftly. "There are tough negotiations over a very important detail,

The ceasefire agreement, reached with Hamas, provides for the swap of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners and a surge of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

The deal to pause the 15-month war includes the release of hostages held by Hamas. Hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held in Israel would be released in exchange, according to The Associated Press.

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Vice President Kamala Harris spoke with Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Thursday, thanking him for his partnership and friendship. This was their 12th conversation since she took office. According to a White House readout Harris reaffirmed her “unwavering commitment to the security of Israel.

Israel's security Cabinet has approved a proposed Gaza ceasefire deal that would include the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.

Israel’s security cabinet has voted to approve a ceasefire deal to end the fighting in Gaza. Full cabinet approval is expected later today.

Qatar’s foreign ministry said the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas will go into effect at 0630 GMT on Sunday. The ceasefire will pause the fighting after 15 months of