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Israelis praise Trump at huge rally ahead of expected hostage release by Hamas in Gaza

Israelis praise Trump at huge rally ahead of expected hostage release by Hamas in Gaza

Summary

A large rally in Tel Aviv praised President Trump for his role in negotiating a ceasefire and the release of hostages held by Hamas. The event took place ahead of a summit in Egypt aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. The ceasefire deal requires Hamas to release all remaining hostages by a specific deadline.

Key Facts

  • A rally took place in Tel Aviv where hundreds of thousands praised President Trump.
  • The rally was held in anticipation of the release of Israeli hostages by Hamas.
  • US envoy Steve Witkoff credited Trump for the ceasefire and hostage release deal.
  • An upcoming summit in Egypt will focus on ending the war, with Trump and other global leaders attending.
  • The ceasefire deal gives Hamas 72 hours to release 48 hostages.
  • In Gaza, many Palestinians returned to find their homes destroyed after Israeli troop withdrawal.
  • Hamas has called up fighters to regain control in Gaza, raising concerns about internal violence.
  • Aid deliveries to Gaza have increased, but not as much as planned, according to the World Food Programme.

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