Summary
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire deal based on a plan by U.S. President Donald Trump. The agreement includes the release of hostages and prisoners by both sides. Talks for this deal took place in Egypt and involved several countries as mediators.
Key Facts
- Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire based on President Trump's 20-point plan.
- The ceasefire includes Israel releasing over 1,000 Palestinian prisoners.
- Hamas must release 20 Israeli captives and return the bodies of 28 others.
- President Trump announced the agreement on Truth Social.
- The deal was confirmed after discussions in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, involving Qatar, Turkey, Egypt, and the U.S.
- The ceasefire has not yet started, but the announcement has prompted hopeful messages from world leaders.
- President Trump may visit Egypt soon to follow up on the agreement.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed gratitude for the deal and plans to discuss it with the government.
