The images from the territory, largely sealed off to journalists and others, have helped relief agencies and experts make estimates regarding the extent of the damage.

The first phase of the deal, which includes a series of hostage and prisoner exchanges, is taking place from today. Meanwhile, Israel PM Netanyahu has vowed to bring home all hostages held in the Palestinian territory.

American officials believe a ceasefire and hostages release deal in the Israel-Hamas war is now in sight, in what marks the first real sign of serious optimism inside the Biden administration in months,