Ceasefire will go into effect Sunday
The ceasefire between Hamas and Israel will go into effect Sunday at 8:30 a.m. local time (0630 GMT), mediator Qatar announced Saturday, as families of hostages held in Gaza braced for news of loved ones, Palestinians prepared to receive freed detainees and humanitarian groups rushed to set up a surge of aid. The overnight approval of the deal by Israel?s Cabinet, in a rare meeting during the Jewish Sabbath, set off a flurry of activity and a fresh wave of emotions as relatives wondered whether hostages would be returned alive or dead. The names of the first hostages to be freed were expected to be released later Saturday. The pause in 15 months of war is a step toward ending the deadliest, most destructive fighting ever between Israel and the Hamas militant group ? and comes more than a year after the only other ceasefire achieved.
The ceasefire between Hamas and Israel will go into effect Sunday at 8:30 a.m. local time (0630 GMT), mediator Qatar announced Saturday, as families of hostages held in Gaza braced for news of loved ones, Palestinians prepared to receive freed detainees and humanitarian groups rushed to set up a surge of aid. The overnight approval of the deal by Israel?s Cabinet, in a rare meeting during the Jewish Sabbath, set off a flurry of activity and a fresh wave of emotions as relatives wondered whether hostages would be returned alive or dead. The names of the first hostages to be freed were expected to be released later Saturday. The pause in 15 months of war is a step toward ending the deadliest, most destructive fighting ever between Israel and the Hamas militant group ? and comes more than a year after the only other ceasefire achieved.
What we know about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire
LiveNOW's Christina Evans discusses the Israel and Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal with the FDD's Jonathan Schanzer.
LiveNOW's Christina Evans discusses the Israel and Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal with the FDD's Jonathan Schanzer.
Israeli's cabinet approves ceasefire, hostage deal
The Israeli government approved a ceasefire deal to end fighting in Gaza Friday. The deal is expected to go into effect on Sunday and includes three phases. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft breaks it down with national security analyst Hal Kempfer.
The Israeli government approved a ceasefire deal to end fighting in Gaza Friday. The deal is expected to go into effect on Sunday and includes three phases. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft breaks it down with national security analyst Hal Kempfer.
Netanyahu says hostage deal has been reached
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shared Friday a deal to return hostages held in the Gaza Strip has been reached. LiveNOW's Christina Evans discusses the latest in the Middle East with the FDD's Joe Truzman.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shared Friday a deal to return hostages held in the Gaza Strip has been reached. LiveNOW's Christina Evans discusses the latest in the Middle East with the FDD's Joe Truzman.
Israel, Hamas agree to ceasefire, hostage deal
Currently, the Israeli government is set to vote on the measure on Saturday, which would delay the release of the first three hostages until Monday.
Currently, the Israeli government is set to vote on the measure on Saturday, which would delay the release of the first three hostages until Monday.
Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal signed: report
The deal between Israel and Hamas to release hostages being held in Gaza and to finally bring an end to a 15-month war has been officially signed by negotiators in Doha, according to reports. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft discusses the latest in the Middle East with Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism.
The deal between Israel and Hamas to release hostages being held in Gaza and to finally bring an end to a 15-month war has been officially signed by negotiators in Doha, according to reports. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft discusses the latest in the Middle East with Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism.
U.S., Qatar confirm Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
The FDD's Richard Goldberg joins LiveNOW's Christina Evans to break down the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal.
The FDD's Richard Goldberg joins LiveNOW's Christina Evans to break down the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal.
Israel-Hamas deal confirmed by the U.S.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft and Andy Mac to explain what could be in store in the Middle East over the next six weeks as Israel and Hamas have struck a ceasefire deal.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft and Andy Mac to explain what could be in store in the Middle East over the next six weeks as Israel and Hamas have struck a ceasefire deal.
Phase one of Israel-Hamas ceasefire to begin Sunday
The FDD's Miriam Wahba joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac and Andrew Craft with more insight on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire that was announced by the U.S. on Wednesday.
The FDD's Miriam Wahba joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac and Andrew Craft with more insight on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire that was announced by the U.S. on Wednesday.
Israel, Hamas agree to ceasefire deal
The FDD's Jonathan Schanzer joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to provide his thoughts on the ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas.
The FDD's Jonathan Schanzer joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to provide his thoughts on the ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas.
Netanyahu disputes word of hostage-release ceasefire deal between Israel, Hamas
Mediators say Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire agreement following weeks of negotiations, pausing a destructive 15-month war in Gaza. But Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says details have yet to be finalized.
Mediators say Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire agreement following weeks of negotiations, pausing a destructive 15-month war in Gaza. But Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says details have yet to be finalized.
Israel-Hamas ceasefire confirmed by US and Qatar
Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire deal to pause the devastating war in the Gaza Strip, the United States and Qatar said Wednesday, raising the possibility of winding down the deadliest and most destructive fighting between the bitter enemies. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu?s office did not confirm the deal, saying the final details were still being sorted out. Israeli Government Spokesman David Mencer joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire deal to pause the devastating war in the Gaza Strip, the United States and Qatar said Wednesday, raising the possibility of winding down the deadliest and most destructive fighting between the bitter enemies. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu?s office did not confirm the deal, saying the final details were still being sorted out. Israeli Government Spokesman David Mencer joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire deal: What we know
Israel and Hamas agreed to a deal to halt fighting in Gaza and exchange Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners, an official briefed on the deal told Reuters on Wednesday, opening the way to a possible end to a 15-month war that has upended the Middle East. The agreement follows months of on-off negotiations brokered by Egyptian and Qatari mediators, with the backing of the United States, and came just ahead of the Jan. 20 inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.
Israel and Hamas agreed to a deal to halt fighting in Gaza and exchange Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners, an official briefed on the deal told Reuters on Wednesday, opening the way to a possible end to a 15-month war that has upended the Middle East. The agreement follows months of on-off negotiations brokered by Egyptian and Qatari mediators, with the backing of the United States, and came just ahead of the Jan. 20 inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.
Israel and Hamas agree to a ceasefire in Gaza
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza and the release dozens of hostages after more than 15 months of war. Any deal is expected to pause the fighting and bring hopes for winding down the most deadly and destructive war Israel and Hamas have ever fought, a conflict that has destabilized the Middle East and sparked worldwide protests. One official said that it was expected that the ceasefire would be implemented in coming days. All three requested anonymity to discuss the contours of the deal before the official announcement by mediators in Doha. President Joe Biden was preparing to address the breakthrough agreement later Thursday, officials said.
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza and the release dozens of hostages after more than 15 months of war. Any deal is expected to pause the fighting and bring hopes for winding down the most deadly and destructive war Israel and Hamas have ever fought, a conflict that has destabilized the Middle East and sparked worldwide protests. One official said that it was expected that the ceasefire would be implemented in coming days. All three requested anonymity to discuss the contours of the deal before the official announcement by mediators in Doha. President Joe Biden was preparing to address the breakthrough agreement later Thursday, officials said.
Hamas accepts draft agreement for Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages
Officials say Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages. This three-phase plan would need to be submitted to the Israeli Cabinet for final approval.
Officials say Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages. This three-phase plan would need to be submitted to the Israeli Cabinet for final approval.
Israeli military recovers body of hostage in Gaza tunnel
Israeli forces have recovered the body of a 53-year-old hostage in a Gaza tunnel as ceasefire talks with Hamas continue. The fate of his son, also a hostage, remains unclear.
Israeli forces have recovered the body of a 53-year-old hostage in a Gaza tunnel as ceasefire talks with Hamas continue. The fate of his son, also a hostage, remains unclear.
Israel strikes Yemen's capital
On Thursday, airstrikes were reported in the Yemeni capital of Sana'a. FOX News' Trey Yingst reports this may be the Israeli response or the US led coalition targeting Houthi positions. Benjamin Anthony with the Miryam Institute joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
On Thursday, airstrikes were reported in the Yemeni capital of Sana'a. FOX News' Trey Yingst reports this may be the Israeli response or the US led coalition targeting Houthi positions. Benjamin Anthony with the Miryam Institute joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Israel vows to launch retaliatory attack on Houthis
The head of Israel?s Air Force has vowed to launch tougher retaliatory attacks on the Houthi rebels in Yemen. This comes after the terror group continues to launch rocket attacks in Tel Aviv. Firing at Houthi leaders would seem to mark an escalation by Israel, which has so far targeted port infrastructure and military sites in a handful of sorties in response to repeated launches of drones and ballistic missiles from Yemen. Mark Chandler is the Director of Government Relations at Coastal Carolina University and he?s also a former Senior Defense Intelligence Official. He joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss the latest.
The head of Israel?s Air Force has vowed to launch tougher retaliatory attacks on the Houthi rebels in Yemen. This comes after the terror group continues to launch rocket attacks in Tel Aviv. Firing at Houthi leaders would seem to mark an escalation by Israel, which has so far targeted port infrastructure and military sites in a handful of sorties in response to repeated launches of drones and ballistic missiles from Yemen. Mark Chandler is the Director of Government Relations at Coastal Carolina University and he?s also a former Senior Defense Intelligence Official. He joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss the latest.
Pope Francis delivers Christmas message, calls for 'silence of arms'
In his annual Christmas message, Pope Francis urged the world to “silence the sound of arms" and find reconciliation, “even (with) our enemies."
In his annual Christmas message, Pope Francis urged the world to “silence the sound of arms" and find reconciliation, “even (with) our enemies."
Israel intercepts Houthi ballistic missile
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels fired another ballistic missile at Israel early Tuesday morning, triggering sirens across the center of the country as well as in southern Israel, for the third time in less than a week. The Israel Defense Forces said it managed to intercept the missile before it entered Israeli airspace. According to a military source, the projectile was shot down using the long-range Arrow air defense system, which is designed to take out ballistic missiles outside of the atmosphere. Dr. Asaf Romirowsky, the Executive Director of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels fired another ballistic missile at Israel early Tuesday morning, triggering sirens across the center of the country as well as in southern Israel, for the third time in less than a week. The Israel Defense Forces said it managed to intercept the missile before it entered Israeli airspace. According to a military source, the projectile was shot down using the long-range Arrow air defense system, which is designed to take out ballistic missiles outside of the atmosphere. Dr. Asaf Romirowsky, the Executive Director of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.