Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:26pm on 09 Oct 2025,Thursday International
Palestinians celebrated in Gaza after US President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas had agreed to the first phase of a peace deal. The plan includes a Gaza ceasefire, Israeli troop withdrawal, and the release of hostages and prisoners. Israel said the ceasefire would begin within 24 hours of cabinet approval, expected later today. Hamas and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have confirmed the agreement, brokered in Egypt. The deal will also allow hundreds of aid trucks into Gaza daily. Families of hostages in Israel and residents in Gaza both welcomed the news with joy and relief.
