The deal, mediated by the United States, offered a glimmer of hope in a conflict that has taken an immense human toll.

Qatari and Hamas officials say a ceasefire has been reached to pause Israel's war in Gaza and release dozens of hostages.

Qatar and the U.S. announced the ceasefire on Wednesday, but the deal hung in limbo for more than a day as Netanyahu insisted there were last-minute snags he blamed on

The deplorable humanitarian conditions in northern Gaza have caused bitter infighting within the Biden administration.

USA TODAY World Affairs Correspondent Kim Hjelmgaard breaks down what a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas means for the conflict going forward. President Joe Biden says farewell to the nation. USA TODAY White House Reporter Zac Anderson recaps a busy day of Senate confirmation hearings.

Thousands of people gathered Tuesday night at Tel Aviv's Hostages Square in anticipation of a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says his Cabinet won’t meet to approve the agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages until Hamas backs down,

After months of on-off negotiations conducted by Egyptian and Qatari mediators, there is hope that the remaining details of the ceasefire deal will be resolved within hours and could go into effect on Jan.