When Hamas led the Oct. 7, 2023, raids into Israel, killing about 1,200 people, about 250 people were taken into Gaza as ...
After months of deadlock, Israel and the militant group Hamas reached a fresh Gaza ceasefire and hostage release agreement.
When Hamas last released hostages from Gaza—more than a year ago—Israelis watched on live TV as masked militants handed over ...
President Joe Biden and his top diplomats, including Secretary of State Antony Blinken, had sought closure during his term.
In response, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump posted "We have a deal for the hostages in the Middle East" on his social ...