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Ceasefire takes effect in Gaza Strip, raising hopes for end to war

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October 11, 2025

A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came into effect in Gaza on Friday, the Israeli military said, hours after the country's Cabinet approved a deal to pause the fighting and exchange the remaining hostages for Palestinian prisoners.

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Tens of thousands of people who had gathered in Wadi Gaza in central Gaza started walking north after the Israeli military's announcement at noon local time. Beforehand, Palestinians reported heavy shelling in parts of Gaza throughout Friday morning, but no significant bombardment was reported after.

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