URGENT: Israel, Hamas Gear Up for Hostage Swap as DOJ Unleashes Surprise Indictment of Letitia James

BREAKING NEWS: Israel, Hamas Gear Up for Hostage Swap as DOJ Unleashes Surprise Indictment of Letitia James Israeli Prime Minister's office confirms government approval of ceasefire deal with Hamas, paving the way for release of Israeli hostages and 2,000 Palestinians held in Israeli prisons. The agreement marks a significant step towards ending over two years of hostilities in Gaza. Israeli forces have begun pulling back from parts of the territory, particularly in Gaza City and Khan Yunis, according to Gaza's civil defence agency. The hostage release deal is expected to be implemented in phases, with the first phase focusing on releasing hostages held in Gaza. The ceasefire deal comes after months of intense fighting between Israel and Hamas, which has resulted in significant loss of life and infrastructure damage. The agreement marks a crucial step towards de-escalation, but its success remains uncertain. As negotiations continue, the US Department of Justice has unexpectedly indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on charges related to her office's handling of a real estate investigation. The indictment is seen as a surprise move by many in the legal community and raises questions about the motivations behind it. This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*