Hamas has agreed to release five hostages, including an American-Israeli, in a renewed ceasefire offered by Egypt. The group has agreed to release the hostages in exchange for a 50-day ceasefire spanning the Eid al-Fitr holiday and continuing through Passover. Hamas leader Khalil Al-Hayya confirmed the group's acceptance of the proposal. Israel has submitted a counter-proposal to the Egyptian offer, but the details are unclear. Israel has recommenced attacks in Gaza and implemented a humanitarian aid blockade until the release of the remaining hostages.

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