Talks have resumed in Qatar amid hopes that a ceasefire in Gaza is within reach. All sides have indicated that an agreement is closer than ever, with both Israel and Hamas openly expressing that a deal can be reached.

It is hoped that a ceasefire deal will mean an agreement to stop the war which has been raging in Gaza.

It is also expected to see an exchange of hostages and prisoners.

Hamas seized 251 hostages when it attacked Israel in October 2023. It is still holding 94 captive, although Israel believes that only 60 are still alive.

Israel is expected to release about 1,000 Palestinian prisoners, some jailed for years, in return for the hostages.

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