The ratification of the first phase of the Gaza peace deal by Israel and Hamas has rekindled the hope for the family of the lone Hindu taken hostage by the terror group two years ago. While the fate of Bipin Joshi, a 23-year-old Nepali student, remains unknown, a video recently released by the Israeli military from Gaza has given his family fresh hope.

After months of dilly-dallying, Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase of the ceasefire deal after pressure from US President Donald Trump. The deal will see the remaining Israeli hostages being freed in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and a halt to the fighting.

Around 47 hostages are in Hamas captivity , with Israel saying that at least 20 are believed to be alive, the CNN reported. Over 250 people, including women and c

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