UPDATED: The ceasefire in Gaza has now come into effect, according to numerous news outlets citing Israeli military sources.

PREVIOUS, 1.02 a.m. PT, October 10: Israeli ministers have approved President Donald Trump ‘s ceasefire and hostage release plan in Gaza.

A short statement from the office of Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu said: “The government has just now approved the framework for the release of all of the hostages – the living and the deceased.”

The first phase of a ceasefire plan is now coming into effect, although several news outlets have reported there were overnight air strikes in Gaza. Local reports in Israel suggest it may take 24 hours for the ceasefire to take place. Trump is expected to travel to Israel on Sunday for a signing ceremony.

The agreement wil

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