Summary
President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed on the first phase of a peace plan aimed at a Gaza ceasefire and the release of captives on both sides. The agreement is part of Trump’s larger effort to end the conflict, which has claimed over 67,000 lives in Gaza. Details such as Israel's troop withdrawal and the exchange of captives are starting to take shape.
Key Facts
- President Trump announced a peace plan involving a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
- The plan includes releasing captives and pulling back Israeli troops.
- Trump shared this news on Truth Social and said it is a first step towards peace.
- The announcement marks progress after months of negotiations and part of Trump's re-election campaign focus.
- Mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkiye helped in the deal-making process.
- There are still unresolved issues, such as the timing of Israel's withdrawal and post-war governance in Gaza.
- Trump mentioned that captives could be released as early as Monday.
