"Breakthrough: Israel and Hamas Secure Hostage Deal, Signaling a Shift in the Gaza Conflict"

Israel and Hamas have reached a breakthrough deal for a four-day humanitarian pause, allowing for the release of at least 50 hostages held in Gaza. The agreement, mediated by Qatar and involving the United States and Egypt, also includes the release of Palestinian women and children held in Israeli jails. The deal has been welcomed by various countries, including Australia and Russia, as a sign of progress. The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where nearly 1.7 million people have been displaced since October 7.