Israel approves Trump peace plan, paving the way for a Gaza ceasefire
As seen from the Israeli city of Sderot near the border on October 9, 2025, smoke rises after Israeli airstrikes targeted areas in the Gaza Strip despite a ceasefire agreement being announced.
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The Israeli government on Friday approved an agreement with the Palestinian militant group Hamas, paving the way for the first phase of a ceasefire and the return of all remaining hostages.
The Israeli cabinet approved the deal early Friday morning, shortly after US President Donald Trump and Hamas negotiator Khalil al-Hayya declared the war in Gaza over.
“The government has just approved the framework for the release of all hostages, living and dead,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said. in question In a social media post on X.
According to the terms of the agreement, the Israeli army is expected to withdraw from Gaza within 24 hours.
The ceasefire agreement came after a brutal two-year war that sparked global outrage, roiled the Middle East and left Israel increasingly isolated on the international stage.
Gaza Civil Defense warned citizens on Friday not to return to the border areas of Gaza City until an official announcement is made regarding the withdrawal of the Israel Defense Forces.
“Violating this warning puts your life in danger,” said the official spokesman of the Gaza Civil Defense in question via Telegram.
“We urge everyone to comply for your safety and facilitate the work of emergency teams and field officials,” they added.
