new video loaded: Israel and Hamas Show Signs of Embracing Parts of Trump’s Cease-Fire Deal
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Both sides have reacted positively to a U.S. proposal to release Israeli hostages as part of a cease-fire agreement, but reaching a full deal that would require Hamas to disarm remains a serious challenge.
By Jorge Mitssunaga
October 5, 2025
