Summary
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire, releasing all remaining living hostages and a large number of Palestinian prisoners. This exchange is part of efforts to end a two-year conflict in Gaza that has caused significant loss and destruction. President Donald Trump is in the Middle East to discuss peace plans with regional leaders.
Key Facts
- All 20 remaining living hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have been freed.
- Israel has released over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners in exchange.
- The exchange is part of a ceasefire agreement to pause a war that has lasted two years.
- President Trump is visiting the Middle East to discuss a U.S.-proposed peace plan.
- The war started with a surprise Hamas attack on southern Israel in October 2023.
- The conflict has led to more than 67,000 Palestinian deaths, as reported by Gaza's Health Ministry.
- A large part of Gaza's infrastructure has been destroyed, displacing around 90% of its population.
- The ceasefire is expected to allow more humanitarian aid into Gaza, which is experiencing famine.
