Summary
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas started, and Israeli troops have partially withdrawn from Gaza. The ceasefire is part of a plan supported by President Donald Trump that includes hostage releases and prisoner exchanges. Aid trucks are expected to deliver assistance to Gaza, where many people need help.
Key Facts
- A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began, leading to some Israeli troops leaving parts of Gaza.
- The ceasefire deal was approved by the Israeli government and involves a plan from President Donald Trump.
- Hamas has a deadline to release Israeli hostages, including 20 believed to be alive.
- Israel is expected to release about 250 Palestinian prisoners and others detained in Gaza.
- Aid trucks are supposed to enter Gaza to provide assistance daily, but the details are still unclear.
- A famine was declared in part of Gaza, affecting over half a million people.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated the goal is to bring back all hostages and eventually disarm Hamas.
- There was some confusion about the timing of the ceasefire as reports of air strikes persisted.
