Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire deal, with a pause in fighting in Gaza and the phased release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners set to begin early Sunday. Follow for live updates.

THE tentative ceasefire agreement, currently, at the time of writing being “ratified” by the Israeli cabinet, is a fragile thing, with hope ...

AFTER more than 15 months of killing, the guns and bombs are expected to fall silent in Gaza this weekend. It goes without saying that such a respite is both welcome and should be embraced. Equally ...

Families of hostages held in Gaza are bracing for news of loved ones. Palestinians are preparing to receive freed detainees ...