BBC sources say Gaza ceasefire reached

A source briefed on the Gaza talks taking place in Qatar has told the BBC that a deal has been reached for a ceasefire and the release of hostages following the Qatari prime minister's separate meetings with Hamas and Israeli negotiators. The US president elect, Donald Trump, also said a deal had been agreed but gave no details.

We have the latest from our correspondent in Jerusalem, and we explain the significance of the deal with the help of our Middle East expert.

We also get reaction from Gaza and speak to our correspondent in Washington.

Presenter: Luke Jones.

(Photo: Palestinians react to news on a ceasefire deal with Israel, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, January 15, 2025. Credit: Mohammed Salem/Reuters)