Israel and Hamas Sign Ceasefire Agreement: Troop Withdrawal from Gaza in Exchange for Hostages | WPN World People News

According to media reports, under strong pressure from U.S. President Trump, Israel and Hamas signed a ceasefire agreement on the 8th. The deal includes troop withdrawals, a hostage-prisoner exchange, and the opening of humanitarian aid access into the Gaza Strip. The news sparked widespread celebrations among both Israelis and Palestinians, with families of the hostages moved to tears.

The report stated that Trump expressed his gratitude to mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey for facilitating this unprecedented event in history. He said this was a great moment for the Arab and Muslim world, for Israel, neighboring countries, and the United States. Under the peace and ceasefire agreement, Hamas will release all hostages, and Israel will gradually withdraw its troops from Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and senior Hamas officials have both confirmed progress on the ceasefire deal.

The report also noted that following the signing of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, 20 Israeli hostages who had endured two years of hardship will finally be able to return home. Additionally, 2,000 Palestinian prisoners will be released. The United Nations will begin providing aid, with Deputy Secretary-General Fletcher stating that hundreds of trucks carrying humanitarian supplies will enter Gaza daily. Efforts will also be made to restore healthcare, water supplies, and schools to help the people of Gaza rebuild their lives.