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- A Hamas delegation is in Cairo for talks on a hostage and ceasefire deal. While Egyptian media has reported “noticeable progress,” US and Israeli sources say it would take days to iron out final details even if Hamas accepts the current proposal.
- The latest framework calls for the release of 20 to 33 hostages over several weeks in exchange for a temporary ceasefire and the release of Palestinian prisoners. CIA Director Bill Burns is also taking part in talks, a source said.
- Meanwhile, fighting continues across Gaza. At least nine people have been killed in the latest Israeli airstrikes, according to authorities in the strip. The death toll in Gaza since Hamas’ October 7 attacks has climbed over 34,000, according to the Ministry of Health in Gaza. CNN cannot independently verify the ministry’s casualty figures.
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