U.S. hostages are expected to be released in the initial phase of the proposed Gaza Strip ceasefire deal, CNN reported.

Negotiators reached a phased deal on Wednesday to end the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas after 15 months of bloodshed that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and inflamed the Middle East.

Seven American hostages are still being held by Hamas.

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