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Ten Israeli hostages and four Thai nationals have been released from Gaza, Israel's army said late Wednesday. Qatar's foreign ministry said those released included Dutch, German and American dual nationals. Hours before a six-day pause in fighting expired, a Hamas source said the group was not yet satisfied with Israeli…

The militant group may be playing the long game, hoping to weaken Israel while building antipathy against it

Heads of US and Israeli spy agencies to meet Qatari leadership, with focus on persuading Hamas to release male hostages

Weeks of precarious talks finally led to Friday’s releases of captives. Here’s the inside story

Increasing pressure from the US and from the families of Israeli hostages were vital in securing agreement for the four-day truce

At least 50 women and children captured by militants are expected to be gradually released over a four day period

President Biden’s brief sojourn in Tel Aviv marked the start of what has been a high-stakes game of shuttle diplomacy that resulted in a hostage deal, Andrew Feinberg reports

Here’s how the negotiations involving Israel, Hamas, Qatar, the US and Egypt unfolded.

Israeli PM said to have turned down proposal in early talks and continues to take tough line

Israeli forces arrest five suspects recruited by Iran, thwarting planned attacks in Jewish state

Reports suggest sabotage operation targeted missile facility; concerns over Iran's missile program