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For Gazans and Israelis yearning for a cease-fire and a deal to free hostages, feelings of cautious optimism have been dashed so many times that any optimism now seems incautious.
A worker with Doctors without Borders describes the chaos, anger, and anguish following Israel’s bombing and invasion of Gaza
Hamas’s leader in the Gaza Strip has agreed in principle for more than 50 women and children to be released. In return, Israel would pause its military attacks for a specified time each day and release some Palestinians in Israeli jails.
Military officials gave no further details but said they were taking steps to avoid harm to civilians. Hamas has denied the Israeli accusations that it uses the hospital for cover.
President Joe Biden faces ramped up pressure from human rights groups, fellow world leaders and Democratic Party members to call for a cease-fire in Gaza.