Israel's counting down the days to Hamas releasing hostages.  

Israel's Cabinet's signed off on a ceasefire deal for their return, as well as Israeli troops pulling back - and an end to hostilities.  

Ambassador to New Zealand, Alon Roth says hostages could be freed as soon as Monday. 

He told Heather du Plessis-Allan Israel's army is starting to uphold its part of the bargain.  

Roth says they are starting to pull back, which should take about 24 hours. 

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Israel's counting down the days to Hamas releasing hostages. &nbsp;
Israel's Cabinet's signed off on a ceasefire deal for their return, as well as Israeli troops pulling back - and an end to hostilities. &nbsp;
Ambassador to New Zealand, Alon Roth says hostages could be freed as soon as Monday.&nbsp;
He told Heather du Plessis-Allan Israel's army is starting to uphold its part of the bargain. &nbsp;
Roth says they are starting to pull back, which should take about 24 hours.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Alon Roth: Israeli ambassador to New Zealand discusses confirmed ceasefire between Israel and Palestine

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