Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of his Gaza peace plan , describing it as the first step towards “a Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace.”
The announcement marks what could be the most significant diplomatic breakthrough since the war began two years ago, though key disputes threaten to derail the deal before it takes hold.
Trump said on social media that “ALL of the Hostages will be released very soon, and Israel will withdraw their Troops to an agreed upon line.” New Feature
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the plan “a great day for Israel,” saying his government would meet to approve it and “bring all our dear hostages home.”
In a separate statement reported by Reuters, Ha