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flag Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire, swapping hostages for prisoners, but face hard-line opposition.

flag Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire to end the 15-month conflict, which will begin on Sunday. flag The deal involves the release of dozens of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for nearly 2000 Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails. flag However, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have continued before the ceasefire, leading to further casualties. flag The agreement, ratified by the Israeli cabinet, faces opposition from hard-liners who view it as a capitulation to Hamas.

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