Gaza ceasefire begins after delay as Hamas names hostages to be released Sunday

A long-awaited ceasefire in Gaza began after a three-hour delay as Hamas named the three female hostages it plans to free later on Sunday.

Jan 19, 2025 - 11:23
Gaza ceasefire begins after delay as Hamas names hostages to be released Sunday
Displaced Palestinians leave parts of Khan Younis as they go back to their homes in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip, on Sunday.

A long-awaited ceasefire in Gaza began after a three-hour delay as Hamas named the three female hostages it plans to free later on Sunday.

(Image credit: Jehad Alshrafi)