Gaza war enters fifth month amid reports of potential ceasefire deal

As the devastating Gaza-Israel war entered its fifth month on Wednesday leaving a reported 27,585 Palestinians dead and nearly 70,000 injured, the UN’s top humanitarian official welcomed early indications of a “potential breakthrough” in negotiations for a ceasefire and the release of all remaining hostages.

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Gaza war enters fifth month amid reports of potential ceasefire deal

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