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Israel and Hamas close to deal over release of hostages, according to mediators

Qatari and American mediators have indicated that Israel and Hamas were close to a deal that would see the release of a significant number of hostages held in Gaza, in return for a temporary ceasefire and other Israeli concessions.  IDF spokesperson Major Libby Weiss spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.

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08.00 20 Nov 2023


Israel and Hamas close to deal over release of hostages, according to mediators


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Qatari and American mediators have indicated that Israel and Hamas were close to a deal that would see the release of a significant number of hostages held in Gaza, in return for a temporary ceasefire and other Israeli concessions. 

IDF spokesperson Major Libby Weiss spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.


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