Israel and Hamas reached a deal for a four-day pause in fighting and the release of hostages held in Gaza – but none will be freed before Friday, according to the Israel National Security Council.
Previously, the expectation had been that the first release of at least 50 women and children would take place as early as Thursday. The pause in fighting was also delayed until Friday.
US officials have a working list of 10 hostages they believe are likely to be released on day one, CNN reported. It was not clear whether any of the three American hostages —including 3-year-old Abigail Edan — would be among them.
Besuros Tovos.
Hostage/temp ceasefire deal is delayed:
▪️ Hamas hasn't signed the deal
▪️ Not all the details have been agreed upon
▪️ Israeli officials: we don't think the gaps will lead to the collapse of the ceasefire, but "who knows"
▪️ No ceasefire tomorrow, hostages will be released *not…— Israel War Room (@IsraelWarRoom) November 22, 2023
