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Western officials have told The National that hopes are rising that Hamas might accept a temporary ceasefire and return Israeli hostages. Reuters
Western officials have told The National that hopes are rising that Hamas might accept a temporary ceasefire and return Israeli hostages. Reuters
Western hopes rise on Hamas accepting temporary ceasefire
Qatari connections have suggested the group has shifted on its position and near-famine is leading to loss of control over Palestinian population