There has been a ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas since Sunday. This comes as President of the US Donald Trump heads to Israel, with plans for the release of hostages on the horizon.
“The war is over,” Trump says
On Sunday, Trump said the war in Gaza was over and that the Middle East was on the path to normalization.
“The war is over, you understand that,” the president said, according to a Reuters report.
The ceasefire comes ahead of the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, Reuters reported separately. Trump announced the end of the war in Gaza aboard Air Force One and expressed optimism about future normalization in the Middle East. His visit includes a speech to the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, and participation in a summit in Egypt aimed at ending the conflict.
Release of hostages expected soon
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed hope for a new beginning, emphasizing reconstruction and unity. Thousands of Palestinians have returned to northern Gaza, hopeful for peace despite the extensive destruction they have witnessed.
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Government spokesperson Shosh BedroSian stated that the release of twenty living hostages is expected early Monday, followed by the transfer of the bodies of deceased hostages. The ceasefire, brokered by the US, Egypt, Qatar and Turkey, marks an important step towards peace.
Chairman of the Palestinian Authority Mahmoud Abbas will attend the summit, while Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced plans to dismantle the Hamas tunnels after the release of the hostages. The situation remains tense as displaced persons return from Gaza to find widespread destruction.
Nascent peace deal
The ceasefire agreement, part of Donald Trump’s plan marks a crucial moment in the two-year conflict between Israel and Hamas. As reported on October 10, 2025, Israel approved the framework for the release of hostages, signaling a phased withdrawal of troops from Gaza. This development follows Trump’s stern warning to Hamas on October 6, 2025, where he threatened “complete destruction” if they refused to cede control of Gaza. The ceasefire and Trump’s visit underscore ongoing efforts to stabilize the region and promote peace.
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