Israel approves 4-day cease-fire with Hamas for hostage release

Israel's Cabinet on Wednesday approved a four-day cease-fire in return for the freeing of around 50 women and children from among the hostages being held by the Hamas militant group in the Gaza Strip.The deal, brokered by the United States and Qatar, will also see around 150 Palestinian women and children released from Israeli prisons, Hamas said in a statement.The cease-fire would also allow for the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, where Israel launched an air and ground assault after a surprise attack by Hamas on Oct. 7.Israel has said the attack by Hamas killed 1,200 people and aroun…READ FULL ARTICLE