Summary
Families of Israelis held hostage in Gaza are hopeful that a peace plan proposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump might help bring their loved ones home. Hamas has agreed to release the remaining hostages but seeks further negotiations. Talks between Israel and Hamas are expected to continue in Egypt soon.
Key Facts
- Hamas took 251 hostages during the October 7, 2023 attacks, with 1,200 people killed.
- Former U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a peace plan aiming to end the conflict.
- Hamas agreed to release the remaining Israeli hostages but wants more negotiations.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed readiness to implement the first phase of Trump's plan.
- Negotiations between Israel and Hamas are planned to take place in Egypt.
- Families of the hostages express both hope and fear regarding the situation.
- Trump urged Israel to cease bombing Gaza for the safe release of hostages.
