Israel and Hamas Agree to Part of Trump's Gaza Peace Plan, Will Free Hostages and Prisoners

"In a major breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to the 'first phase' of US President Donald Trump's peace plan, paving the way for the release of hostages and prisoners in Gaza. The deal, reached after two years of devastating war, marks a significant step towards peace in the region.
Speaking from the White House, President Trump hailed the agreement, saying, "This means that ALL of the Hostages will be released very soon, and Israel will withdraw their Troops to an agreed upon line as the first steps toward a Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace." The agreement has sparked celebrations in Tel Aviv, with hostage families gathering to mark the news.
Hamas has agreed to release all 20 living hostages in a matter of days, while Israel will free nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees. The deal has been made possible through talks in Egypt, facilitated by mediators from the US, Qatar, Egypt and Turkey. The negotiations, which have been ongoing for days, have been described as taking place in a 'positive atmosphere.'
The agreement is seen as a significant step towards ending the two-year conflict, which has claimed the lives of over 100 people in Gaza. US President Trump has urged negotiators to 'move fast' and complete the first phase of the deal this week. The release of hostages and prisoners is expected to take place within days, with President Trump suggesting that the Israeli hostages could be freed as early as Monday or Tuesday.
The agreement has been welcomed by international leaders, with Swedish activist Greta Thunberg's deportation from Israel being seen as a minor setback in the talks. The deal marks a significant shift in the conflict, with both sides agreeing to pause fighting and work towards a lasting peace. As one senior Israeli official noted, an international team will be put together to locate the bodies of hostages not found in the coming days, marking a new chapter in the region's history.
The question now remains: will this agreement hold, and what's next for the region? As the world watches, one thing is certain - this historic deal marks a significant step forward in the quest for peace in Gaza.",
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