At a time when a deal between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and release of hostages appears imminent, thousands of Israelis have taken to streets. While families of hostages are holding rallies calling for their return,

Among the dead were six women and four children, health officials said, as negotiators try to conclude a deal to end the 15-month war.

Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip killed at least 18 people overnight, including six women and four children, health officials said, as Israel and Hamas appeared to be narrowing in on a ceasefire deal to end the 15-month war and release dozens of hostages.

As negotiations near completion for a ceasefire in Gaza, Israel faces a divisive debate over a proposed deal to secure the release of hostages taken by Hamas during the October 7, 2023, attack. Reporter Keren Setton details how the agreement,

Gaza Israel has increased its air strikes on Gaza as ceasefire negotiations move forward and residents remain on high alert, fearing they could become targets in the final hours before bombing stops.