The latest news on the Hamas-Israeli war (24 hours)

Dec 18, 2024 - 12:46 PM EST

Ceasefire and Hostage Release Agreement: Hamas has agreed to a temporary Israeli military presence in Gaza following a ceasefire, signaling a potential breakthrough in peace negotiations. This marks the first such statement from their side. It's added that negotiations are at a critical stage.

International Reaction: Turkey condemned Israel's presence on the Golan Heights, stating it undermines efforts to ensure stability in the region.

Military Actions and Casualties: Military actions continued in the Gaza Strip over the last 24 hours, leading to new civilian casualties. The exact number of casualties was not specified.

IDF Losses: The Israeli army suffered significant losses in overnight clashes with Hamas. Reports mention more than 230 killed, 7 burnt tanks, and around 170 wounded. Medical facilities in northern and southern Israel are overwhelmed.

Changes in Conflict Dynamics: Yesterday, one of Hamas's leaders, who was hiding in a UN humanitarian zone in Gaza, was eliminated. This was a result of information provided by local residents no longer willing to support Hamas.