Qatari and Hamas officials say a last-minute dispute in cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas has been resolved.

The deal, mediated by the United States, offered a glimmer of hope in a conflict that has taken an immense human toll.

After nearly a year and a half of war in Gaza, a ceasefire and hostage deal was struck between Israel and Hamas. The deal was mediated by the United States, Egypt and Qatar and will begin this weekend.