Israel backs U S plan to extend Gaza ceasefire first phase
Cairo Israel backs a U S plan to extend the first phase of Gaza truce through Ramadan and Passover into April 20 with hostage releases staged if a permanent ceasefire is agreed Hamas rejects the extension and seeks a second phase talks mediated by Egypt Qatar and the U S continue in Cairo while Hamas and mediators differ on terms The ceasefire paused 15 months of fighting and to date saw 33 hostages released and eight bodies recovered.
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Pope Francis Stable After Respiratory Crisis Amid Pneumonia
Pope Francis remained in stable condition a day after a respiratory crisis during pneumonia. He spent long periods off ventilation with improving lung function and no fever or new infection. The 88-year-old pope was conscious, fed solid food, and received Eucharist while continuing respiratory therapy.
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