Gaza ceasefire
Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas Expresses Hope for Peace Following Gaza Ceasefire Agreement
Oct 10, 2025 12:16 pm CST
Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas, in a rare interview with Israeli media following the Gaza ceasefire signing, expressed optimism for lasting peace between Palestinians and Israelis while confirming ongoing Palestinian Authority reforms in line with international expectations. Abbas discussed implementation of changes to controversial prisoner payment systems and reforms across multiple sectors as part of efforts to create conditions for potential Palestinian statehood.
US to Deploy 200 Troops for Gaza Ceasefire Support Without Entering Palestinian Territory
Oct 10, 2025 08:41 am CST
The United States is deploying 200 military personnel as part of a multinational joint task force to support Gaza stability efforts, with officials emphasizing no American troops will enter the Palestinian territory. The taskforce, including representatives from Egypt, Qatar, Turkey and likely UAE, aims to establish a control center for coordinating security operations and potentially facilitate future normalization agreements between Israel and Arab nations.
Trump Claims Gaza Ceasefire as Eighth War Resolution Under His Administration
Oct 10, 2025 08:07 am CST
US President Donald Trump has announced the "first phase" of the Gaza ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, claiming it as the eighth major conflict resolved during his tenure. At a White House Cabinet meeting, Trump highlighted his administration's diplomatic achievements across multiple international conflicts while expressing optimism about eventually ending the Russia-Ukraine war, which he insists would never have happened under his leadership.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal: Agreement to End Gaza War and Exchange Hostages for Prisoners
Oct 10, 2025 07:53 am CST
Israel and Hamas have signed a landmark ceasefire agreement that includes the release of 48 hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Hamas official Khalil Al-Hayya claims the deal, brokered with U.S. and regional mediators, permanently ends the two-year Gaza war and includes Israeli withdrawal from parts of Gaza territory.
Israel Approves Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Plan: Path to Peace and Hostage Release After Two Years of Conflict
Oct 10, 2025 07:25 am CST
Israel's Cabinet has approved President Trump's ceasefire plan for Gaza, potentially ending a devastating two-year war that has claimed over 67,000 Palestinian lives and left dozens of hostages in captivity. The agreement outlines hostage releases, prisoner exchanges, Israeli military withdrawal from most of Gaza, and humanitarian aid delivery, though questions remain about Hamas disarmament and Gaza's future governance. The deal represents the closest the parties have come to peace since the October 7, 2023 attack that triggered the conflict.
President Trump Announces Middle East Visit Following Breakthrough Gaza Ceasefire Deal
Oct 10, 2025 04:19 am CST
US President Donald Trump has scheduled a visit to the Middle East following successful negotiations on a Gaza ceasefire agreement, which includes plans for hostage releases early next week. The President expressed his intention to be present during this significant diplomatic development, with his departure planned for Sunday.
Trump to Visit Jerusalem Following Historic Israel-Hamas Ceasefire and Hostage Release Agreement
Oct 10, 2025 01:13 am CST
US President Donald Trump is set to visit Jerusalem on Sunday following the announcement of a breakthrough ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that includes provisions for hostage releases. Israeli President Isaac Herzog's office confirmed the visit, canceling scheduled events due to security measures that will be implemented across Jerusalem for the presidential visit coinciding with these historic developments in the Middle East peace process.
Saudi Arabia and Jordan Welcome Gaza Ceasefire Deal: Hope for Lasting Peace and Regional Stability
Oct 09, 2025 10:12 pm CST
Saudi Arabia and Jordan have welcomed the Gaza ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, expressing hope that it will lead to an end to the two-year conflict, address humanitarian concerns, and create a path toward comprehensive regional peace based on the two-state solution. Both nations emphasize the importance of Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and the implementation of prisoner exchange agreements.
Hamas Demands Release of Marwan Barghouti and Key Palestinian Leaders in Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations
Oct 08, 2025 04:04 am CST
Hamas is seeking the release of prominent Palestinian prisoner Marwan Barghouti and other high-profile detainees as part of ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Israel. The talks, taking place in Egypt's Sharm El-Sheikh, are based on a US-proposed 20-point plan that includes hostage exchanges, prisoner releases, Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and Hamas disarmament.
Trump Announces Gaza Ceasefire Progress: Israel Agrees to Withdrawal Line as Hamas Considers 20-Point Peace Plan
Oct 05, 2025 12:38 pm CST
US President Donald Trump reveals Israel has agreed to an initial withdrawal line in Gaza as part of a comprehensive 20-point peace plan that includes hostage releases, prisoner exchanges, and international oversight of Gaza's reconstruction. Netanyahu expresses hope for hostage releases within days as negotiations continue in Egypt.