Israel Approves Gaza Ceasefire Amid Coalition Tension

Israel's security cabinet has voted in favor of a ceasefire and hostage release agreement with Hamas, potentially ending 15 months of conflict. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushed for the agreement, which will be voted on over the next two days. However, the deal faces significant opposition from hardliners within Netanyahu's coalition, notably from National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who threatened to resign if the deal is approved, though he will not bring down the government. Ben-Gvir's party is prepared to quit the coalition, but the government may still retain a majority unless other right-wing ministers follow suit. The ceasefire agreement, negotiated in Doha, involves a multi-stage process to end the fighting and release hostages. Despite the internal political turmoil, the opposition has pledged to support the coalition as long as the ceasefire progresses.