Gaza rescuers said at least 29 people were killed in Israeli strikes on Wednesday as negotiations took place in Qatar for the release of hostages still held in the war-battered territory."At least 25 martyrs were killed and dozens wounded" in Jabalia,

U.S. officials told families of hostages still held in Gaza they see a better chance of a deal for their release after Washington reached an accord with militant group Hamas for an American hostage's freedom that largely bypassed the Israeli government.

Edan Alexander’s release marks a diplomatic win for President Trump but is bringing up mixed reactions in Israel.