The deal reached between Israel and Hamas for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release immediately brought jubilation to ...
The dispute underscores the fragility of the deal as mediators worked to ensure that it would go into effect on schedule.
The deal, mediated by the United States, offered a glimmer of hope in a conflict that has taken an immense human toll.
President Joe Biden and his top diplomats, including Secretary of State Antony Blinken, had sought closure during his term.
When Hamas last released hostages from Gaza—more than a year ago—Israelis watched on live TV as masked militants handed over ...