Summary
Newspapers reported on the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian detainees as part of a peace plan to end the conflict in Gaza. President Donald Trump praised the event as a move toward peace and addressed the Israeli parliament about future peace efforts. The situation brought joy to both Israelis and Palestinians, although concerns remain about the complexity of future peace negotiations.
Key Facts
- Israeli hostages were released as part of a US-brokered peace plan in Gaza.
- Palestinian prisoners and detainees were also released in the first phase of the plan.
- President Donald Trump gave a speech, calling it an "end of an age of terror and death."
- Large crowds celebrated in Israel and Palestine following the release of detainees.
- The second phase of the ceasefire is expected to be more complex and is not yet formally agreed upon.
- Trump expressed interest in focusing on other peace deals, including with Russia.
- Ukrainian officials traveled to Washington DC for defense discussions amid talks of US military aid.
