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Biden hails ceasefire; says American hostages to be freed in initial phase

Vice President Kamala Harris thanked President Joe Biden, Emir Al-Thani of Qatar, and President El-Sisi of Egypt for negotiating the ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas.
President Joe Biden announced a six-week ceasefire and hostage release deal, emphasizing that American citizens will be among those released in the first phase.
The first phase includes a full ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli troops, and a surge in humanitarian assistance to Gaza, with further negotiations planned for future phases.
Biden expressed confidence in the agreement and stated that it aims for a permanent end to the war, with the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu working on final details.

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The Washington Informer

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Two Americans to be released from Gaza in first phase of ceasefire deal

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