Breaking: Temporary cease-fire between Hamas and Israel formally goes into effect, clears way for first round of hostages and prisoners to be released

Fri Nov 24 2023

Cease-fire between Hamas and Israel starts; hostages to be released

TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - NOVEMBER 21: People demonstrate prior any hostage announcements outside the Kirya defense complex as the political cabinet hold a meeting on November 21, 2023 in Tel Aviv, Israel. Families and supporters of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza gathered near The Kirya defense complex this evening as the Israeli cabinet convened regarding a proposed deal with Hamas for the release of some hostages. The full terms of such a deal were not clear, but both the Israeli prime minister and Hamas leader reported progress. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

A temporary cease-fire between Israel and Hamas began Friday, clearing the way for the first of 50 hostages to be released.

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