The temporary truce in fighting between Israel and Gaza-based militant group Hamas is being extended from four days to at least six, a Qatar official announced Monday morning — potentially allowing for the release of more hostages and for more aid to get into Gaza.
Israeli soldiers move near the border with the Gaza Strip, southern Israel, Monday, Nov. 27, 2023. ... [+]
Qatar’s spokesperson for the ministry of foreign affairs, Majed Al Ansari, announced the pause on X, formerly known as Twitter, Monday morning EST.
Qatar and the U.S. have been assisting in negotiations between Hamas and Israel.
The original agreement included a four-day pause in fighting to allow Hamas to release 50 women and children, and allowed for the pause in fighting to extend if Hamas returned additional hostages.
For every 10 additional hostages, Israel would continue the pause for one day, according to CNN.