U.K., France and Canada condemn Israel's Gaza operations, urging a ceasefire and more aid. Israeli U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon defends actions and demands hostage release.

In return, Israel will be forced to stop fighting for 60 days and release 300 terrorists • Meanwhile, talks in Doha continue as Gazans flee Israel's offensive

The announcement of the first hostage release since Israel shattered a ceasefire in March comes shortly before Trump visits the Middle East this week.

Hamas said Sunday it will release Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, who has been held for over 550 days, as part of an effort to reach a ceasefire deal and resume humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza.

Former Israeli hostages and hostage family members rushed to Doha in a recent bid to capitalize on the president’s Middle East trip to push for the release of their relatives.

Vance reportedly to visit Israel • Hamas offers to release half of the hostages • Sirens sound for Houthi missile