Israel-Hamas war: Dozens killed in Gaza amid ceasefire hopes

Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip continued to result in civilian casualties overnight despite truce talks reportedly being in their final stages. DW has more.

• Qatari, Egyptian and American mediators are reportedly closing in on a Gaza truce deal between Israel and Hamas
• Israeli airstrikes kill 24 Palestinians overnight

Here are the latest developments from Israel, Gaza and the wider Middle East on Wednesday, January 15, 2025: