
A brief statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said the Cabinet approved the “outline” of a deal to release the hostages. He also thanked Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and the US Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff for their efforts. Palestinians in southern Gaza celebrated on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the parties had agreed to the “first phase” of a deal signaling a major breakthrough in the two-year war in Gaza. U.N.
Main Idea: Trump-backed ceasefire talks led Israel and Hamas to agree on a first phase that pauses the Gaza war and begins hostage-prisoner exchanges.
Key Points:
US taxpayers may help fund monitoring, aid, and a possible troop role in Gaza, while a fragile deal leaves more violence and market shock possible.
A ceasefire and hostage release could ease Middle East tension, lower oil and shipping risks, and allow US-backed aid to reach hungry civilians.
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Core negotiating party in the ceasefire and hostage-prisoner exchange.
Central state actor approving the ceasefire and carrying out military withdrawal steps.
Central actor announcing the ceasefire deal and discussing hostage release timing and possible travel to Egypt.
Central Israeli decision-maker whose office approved the deal.
Named Trump aide thanked for efforts in securing the agreement.
Senior Hamas official and negotiator publicly outlining the terms and declaring the agreement reached.
Named U.S. envoy thanked for efforts in the deal.
Central diplomatic and military actor through Trump administration officials and planned troop support.
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