Summary
President Trump announced that the war in Gaza has ended and mentioned that a ceasefire is in place, which he helped achieve. He is traveling to Israel to oversee the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners and plans to meet with leaders and affected families. Trump believes the ceasefire will last because both sides are tired of fighting.
Key Facts
- President Trump announced the end of the Gaza war and brokered a ceasefire.
- He traveled to Israel, as part of a Middle East trip, to oversee the release of hostages.
- Hamas is releasing 20 live Israeli hostages and 28 bodies, including two Americans.
- Israel will release 1,950 Palestinians, including 250 who served life sentences.
- Trump plans to spend less than five hours in Israel and will speak at the Knesset.
- After Israel, Trump will travel to Egypt for a conference to support his peace plan.
- Leaders from Arab, Muslim, and European countries will attend the conference.
- The ceasefire agreement has support from many in the region.
