Summary
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas started on Friday. The ceasefire was part of a plan by President Donald Trump and was aimed at ending a two-year conflict in Gaza and freeing Israeli hostages. Despite the agreement, reports of heavy shelling continued in some parts of Gaza.
Key Facts
- Israel and Hamas began a ceasefire on Friday at noon local time.
- The ceasefire was part of a U.S.-negotiated plan led by President Donald Trump.
- Israeli troops are withdrawing to agreed positions within Gaza.
- The plan includes focusing on the release of Israeli hostages.
- Israeli Cabinet approved the ceasefire plan but did not cover all aspects of the broader deal.
- Israel will maintain control over about half of Gaza with new troop arrangements.
- Despite the ceasefire, there were reports of heavy shelling in Gaza on Friday morning.
- The previous conflict lasted two years, affecting the Middle East region.
