Gaza Needs More Than a Ceasefire. We Must Demand an End to the Blockade.
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Mediators announced on Wednesday that Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, which consists of a six-week initial phase, and includes the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza and release of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel. The final details of the deal are still undergoing negotiation, and the Israeli government must…