Fri Jan 17 13:27:52 UTC 2025: ## Gaza Ceasefire Deal Recommended by Israeli Security Cabinet
**JERUSALEM** – Israel’s security cabinet has recommended a ceasefire and hostage release deal for Gaza, paving the way for a potential end to the ongoing conflict. Following a review of the plan’s political, security, and humanitarian implications, the cabinet stated that the proposed framework aligns with the war’s objectives. The recommendation now goes to the full Israeli cabinet for final approval later today. The specifics of the deal remain undisclosed, but the announcement signals a potential breakthrough in the weeks-long conflict.
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