Summary
Israel has confirmed signing the first phase of a ceasefire deal with Hamas to stop the conflict in Gaza, which has resulted in many Palestinian deaths. The agreement involves the release of Israeli captives in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and requires Israel to move its troops back. The ceasefire is part of a larger plan proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump to end the war.
Key Facts
- Israel signed the first part of a ceasefire deal with Hamas in Egypt.
- Over 67,000 Palestinians have died in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
- The agreement includes releasing Israeli captives in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.
- Israel must pull back its troops to a specific line as part of the deal.
- The ceasefire will start 24 hours after Israel's cabinet approves the agreement.
- The release of captives is planned to happen within 72 hours after the ceasefire begins.
- The larger plan by President Trump aims to stop the war with a 20-point outline.
- Serious disagreements on details like troop withdrawal and governance in Gaza remain.
