Jerusalem — Israel and Hamas accused each other of complicating ceasefire efforts on Wednesday, as the two sides inch closer to a deal that could wind down the 14-month war in Gaza.

Israel and Hamas have accused each other of complicating ceasefire efforts as the two sides inch closer to a deal that could wind down the 14-month war in Gaza. The two sides appear closer than they have been in months to reaching an agreement that would bring home dozens of hostages being held in Gaza.

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Israel denied Hamas's Wednesday statement that accused Israel of rejecting a hostage deal due to introducing new terms, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said later in the day. The PMO response accused Hamas of "once again lying,