Ceasefires in Israel's conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah hit snags. A disagreement over a hostage prevented Palestinians' return to northern Gaza. In Lebanon, Israeli troops clashed with protesters.

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Ahmed has been sharing her experience of this 15-month war through voice memos and phone calls with NPR's Morning Edition host Leila Fadel. Back in May one of her last messages was filled with despair ...

Ahmed has been sharing her experience of this 15-month war through voice memos and phone calls with NPR's Morning Edition host Leila Fadel. Back in May one of her last messages was filled with ...