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Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
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U.S. President Donald Trump announced the agreement on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, which includes a hostage-for-prisoner exchange and a pause in fighting. The Israeli government is set to vote on the deal on Thursday, October 9.Following intense mediation by the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt, Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a ceasefire deal to end the war in Gaza/
Key components of the phase one deal
Release of hostages and prisoners: All remaining Israeli hostages held in Gaza will be released, potentially starting as early as Monday, October 13. In exchange, Israel will release a number of Palestinian prisoners.
Israeli withdrawal: Israeli forces are expected to withdraw to an agreed-upon line within 24 hours of the deal’s approval.
Humanitarian aid: The agreement calls for a significant increase in humanitarian aid into Gaza, which is facing a severe food crisis.
Ceasefire timeline: The ceasefire is set to take effect once the Israeli government ratifies the agreement.
Current status and next steps
Government vote: Israel’s Security Cabinet is scheduled to meet on Thursday afternoon, October 9, to approve the deal, a step that is widely expected to pass.
Remaining questions: Significant details of the larger peace plan remain unclear, including Hamas’s disarmament and the future governance of Gaza.
Celebrations and skepticism: The news was met with celebrations in both Israel and Gaza, though many Palestinians remain cautious given the failure of past ceasefires.
International reaction: The agreement has received broad international support from leaders in the UK, France, and the European Union, among others.
Background
Mediation efforts: The deal follows intense negotiations in Egypt, mediated by the United States, Qatar, and Egypt.
War toll: The agreement comes after nearly two years of war that began with the Hamas-led attack on Israel in October 2023. The conflict has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths, including over 67,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza health ministry.
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