Hurdles remain as Israel and Hamas once again inch toward a ceasefire deal

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  Hamas Approves List of Hostages It May Free Under a Cease-Fire Deal With Israel

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  Hamas lists 34 hostages it may free under ceasefire

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  Hamas releases video of Israeli hostage Liri Albag as ceasefire talks resume

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  Gaza Residents Endure Harsh Conditions as Israel-Hamas War Continues Into 2025

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