Summary

Israel’s security cabinet approved a ceasefire deal with Hamas to exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners and pause the 15-month Gaza conflict for six weeks.

The agreement includes releasing 33 hostages in exchange for 150 Palestinian prisoners and increased humanitarian aid to Gaza.

The deal, facing opposition from Israeli far-right ministers, will next go to the full cabinet.

The ceasefire will begin Sunday, with phased releases of hostages and prisoners.

International leaders, including G7 members, welcomed the move as a step toward alleviating Gaza’s humanitarian crisis and advancing peace efforts.