Since then, more than 12,000 people have died in Gaza since Israel began airstrikes on the enclave, according to Palestinian authorities.
The deal will see the release of 50 women and children held captive in Gaza by Hamas, according to Qatar, which mediated negotiations between Israel and the militant group.
In return, Israel will grant a “humanitarian pause” in its assault of the enclave and release some Palestinian prisoners.
The deal also allows hundreds of trucks carrying aid relief, medical supplies and fuel to enter Gaza, it said, echoing details in Qatar’s statement.
More details of the release deal will be sent to families later today, said the Israeli government.
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