Israeli cabinet ratifies Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas
Summary
Israel's government ratified a ceasefire with Hamas to suspend hostilities in Gaza and release Israeli hostages, marking a major step towards ending a two-year conflict.
Key Points
- Israel’s government approved a ceasefire deal with Hamas to suspend hostilities in Gaza within 24 hours and release Israeli hostages within 72 hours.
- The deal includes the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and a phased withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.
- Around 20 Israeli hostages are believed to be alive in Gaza, with 26 presumed dead and the fate of two unknown.
- The ceasefire has drawn international support and is seen as a major diplomatic achievement, with US President Donald Trump involved in mediation and planning to visit the region.
