Deal reached for Gaza to receive medicines as fighting surges

Qatar's mediators on Tuesday succeeded in reaching an agreement between Israel and Hamas to send medications and aid to Gaza.Israel confirmed that a delivery of vital prescription drugs will enter Gaza on Wednesday.

The medicines purchased in France will also be delivered to hostages held in Gaza by Hamas and other militant groups, and the list of drugs was compiled based on the medical conditions of the hostages, several of whom are in their 70s and 80s. About 130 hostages, including women, men and children, are still in Gaza after being kidnapped during Hamas's surprise attack on October 7, 2023.