On the verge of a ceasefire deal in Gaza?

03/07/2025 08:39 France 24

US President Donald Trump says Israel has agreed on terms for a new 60-day ceasefire with Hamas and that Washington would work with both sides during that time to try to end more than 20 months of war in Gaza. But how close are we to a deal and what will happen when the 60 days expire? France 24’s Philip Turle takes a look.

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02/07/2025 14:20 France 24

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