The U.S. move regarding the last-minute crisis created by Israel in the Gaza ceasefire: It will start on January 19.

After 15 months of war between Israel and Hamas, the ceasefire announced yesterday evening has provided a sigh of relief to the whole world. However, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office announced that the cabinet meeting expected to be held today to approve the agreement has been postponed, claiming that Hamas has abandoned some provisions of the ceasefire agreement.

NEW STATEMENT FROM THE USA: CEASEFIRE WILL BEGIN ON JANUARY 19

John Kirby, the Strategic Communications Coordinator for the U.S. National Security Council, acknowledged that there were last-minute issues with the ceasefire agreement but expressed confidence that the agreement would still be implemented on January 19.

Kirby stated that they are aware of the issues raised by Israel, saying, "Our team on the ground is working to address and advance all of these. Obviously, this needs to be approved by the Israeli government, and Prime Minister Netanyahu is aware of this. He is also working on this process, but we are confident that we can resolve these last-minute issues and that the ceasefire will take place starting Sunday."

WHAT HAPPENED?

Qatar, one of the mediating countries, announced yesterday that an agreement had been reached between Israel and Hamas regarding a ceasefire and prisoner exchange in Gaza. The ceasefire agreement, which will come into effect on Sunday, January 19, and consists of three phases, stated that 33 Israeli prisoners would be released during the first 42 days. The agreement also includes comprehensive humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and allows displaced Palestinians to return to their regions. The details of the second and third phases would be announced upon the completion of the first phase. The process hit a deadlock again with a statement from the Israeli Prime Minister's Office. The statement said, "The Israeli Cabinet will not convene until the mediators inform Israel that Hamas has accepted all elements of the agreement." Meanwhile, a senior Hamas official stated, "Hamas is committed to the ceasefire agreement announced by the mediators."