By Frances Vinall, Jennifer Hassan CIA Director William J. Burns and Israeli intelligence chief David Barnea are expected to meet in Egypt to continue negotiations for a possible hostage-release deal. Source: Middle East conflict live updates: CIA Director Burns in Egypt for hostage talks; Gazans look to flee Rafah
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By Rachel Pannett, Niha Masih, Shira Rubin, Leo Sands Israel’s military carried out airstrikes in the southern Gaza city, saying it provided cover for the rescue of two hostages, Fernando Simon Merman and Luis Har. Source: Middle East conflict live updates: Dozens reported dead in Rafah strikes as Israel rescues two hostages
By Shira Rubin The rescue was accomplished against the backdrop of airstrikes that killed dozens in densely populated Rafah, which is bracing for a full Israeli assault. Source: Israeli army rescues two hostages amid deadly airstrikes on Rafah