Israeli armoured personnel carriers (APC) park near the Israel-Gaza border, before a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas goes into effect, as seen from southern Israel, January 18, 2025. | Photo Credit: Reuters
January 19, 2025 11:01
Israel army warns Gaza residents against approaching forces, buffer zone
The Israeli army warned Gaza residents not to approach its forces or make any movement towards the buffer zone ahead of a ceasefire taking effect on Sunday.
“We urge you not to head towards the buffer zone or IDF forces for your safety,” military spokesman Avichay Adraee said on Telegram. “At this stage, heading towards the buffer zone or moving from south to north via Gaza Valley puts you at risk. Anyone heading towards these areas endangers themselves.” – AFP
January 19, 2025 10:58
Gaza ceasefire and hostage release set to begin; Israeli troops start withdrawing from Rafah
A ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas is set to come into effect on Sunday (January 19, 2025) morning with a hostage release to follow hours later, opening the way to a possible end to a 15-month war that has upended the Middle East.
Israeli forces started withdrawing from areas in Gaza’s Rafah to the Philadelphi corridor along the border between Egypt and Gaza, pro-Hamas media reported early on Sunday.
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Ceasefire in Gaza to begin Sunday with hostage release, marking possible end to 15-month war.
Published – January 19, 2025 10:58 am IST
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