Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (C) convened his security Cabinet to vote on a cease-fire deal after confirming an agreement had been reached that would pause the 15-month war with Hamas in Gaza, in Jerusalem, on Jan. 17, 2025. Koby Gideon/Israeli Government Press Office via AP
The Israeli Cabinet approved the “outline” of a deal between Israel and terrorist group Hamas to end the war in Gaza in exchange for the release of all hostages, living and deceased, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office.
The cease-fire in Gaza will take effect in 24 hours, according to an Israeli government spokesperson. Hamas will have 72 hours to release the hostages, meaning they will have to be released by Monday.
