Israel resumed ceasefire and hostage release negotiations with Hamas in Qatar while fresh air strikes in Gaza killed over 30 people. A video of Israeli soldier Liri Albag in Hamas captivity highlights the urgency of hostage negotiations. The U.S. notified Congress of an $8 billion arms sale to Israel amid ongoing conflict.
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