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The latest on Gaza

Check back here for updates on the ceasefire and context on the war so far Globe staff and wire services Includes correction The Globe and Mail Published 20 minutes ago Jack Guez/AFP via Getty Images Jack Guez/AFP via Getty Images

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Facts on the ground in Gaza

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Israel said it launched an air strike on a Hamas militant in southern Gaza late Wednesday in retaliation for an attack earlier in the day.

Israel received remains of what could be one of the last hostages in Gaza on Wednesday and said it will begin allowing Palestinians to leave the war-torn territory through a border crossing with Egyp

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