The families of hostages held in Gaza were elated that their loved ones might return soon. Still, some expressed frustration at Israel’s government ahead of a vote on the deal.
Leaders welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas, projecting optimism that an end to the war could be near.
Leaders welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas, projecting optimism that an end to the war could be near.
Hostages in Gaza were swapped for Palestinian prisoners in Israel. The last 20 living hostages were released on Monday morning.
After President Trump announced the Gaza agreement, it was unclear when hostages would be released or when aid would enter the territory.
President Trump’s plan contains elements that Hamas has resisted in the past, and which may yet prove to be sticking points.
The president’s comments and a note from Marco Rubio hinted that the two-year-long conflict may be about to pause, if not end.
For President Trump, success in brokering a cease-fire is the ultimate test of his self-described goal as a deal maker and a peacemaker.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, both architects of President Trump’s plan to end the war, are expected to join mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, both architects of President Trump’s plan to end the war, are expected to join mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas.