Netanyahu says 'last-minute crisis' with Hamas holding up ceasefire deal; Blast seen over Gaza skyline as Israel continues airstrikes; Blinken defends US policy on Gaza; LA-area hillsides fragile for landslides after fires.

CAIRO — The cease-fire between Hamas and Israel will go into effect Sunday at 8:30 a.m. local time, mediator Qatar announced Saturday, as families of hostages held in Gaza braced for news of loved ones, Palestinians prepared to receive freed detainees, and humanitarian groups rushed to set up a surge of aid.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised President-elect Trump for his role in negotiating a ceasefire between the nation and the militant group Hamas. “From the moment he was elected,

Israel’s Cabinet won’t meet to approve an agreement for a ceasefire due to a “last-minute crisis" with Hamas holding up approval," Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said. Here's what to know.

In a show of solidarity, the Israeli embassy in Washington voiced support for the residents, but their message has been met with significant backlash online.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed a ceasefire vote today, alleging Hamas reneged on parts of the agreement. And, examining Los Angeles' wildfire prevention methods for the future.

LIVE: Trump Shares Anti-Netanyahu Video Days Before Inauguration | Firstpost America US President-elect Donald Trump shared a video on his social media platform Truth Social, criticising Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in not-so-pleasant language.

Here's what you need to know in the Friday, Jan. 17, 2024, edition of the 10News Wake Up Call newsletter. San Diegans are continuing their support of Los Angeles-area wildfire victims through numerous outreach efforts.

In a wide-ranging phone interview with NBC News’ Kristen Welker, Trump talked about his decision to move inauguration indoors and what he’ll tackle his first week in office.

Israel’s full Cabinet was meeting Friday evening on a Gaza ceasefire deal after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed an agreement had been reached that would pause the

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday a deal to return hostages held in the Gaza Strip has been reached, after his office had said earlier there were last minute snags in finalizing a ceasefire that would pause 15 months of war.