Overview

• Trump, Israel, Hamas and Qatar confirmed the deal reached in indirect talks at Sharm el‑Sheikh under U.S., Qatari, Egyptian and Turkish mediation.
• The first phase provides for the release of hostages and a partial Israeli military pullback in Gaza to an agreed line to facilitate transfers.
• Hamas sources told AFP the opening tranche foresees freeing 20 living hostages in exchange for roughly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, consistent with plan provisions for 250 lifers and about 1,700 post‑Oct. 7 detainees.
• Timelines vary in reporting, with releases cited for Saturday, Sunday or Monday; the Israeli government is convening Thursday to approve the accord, and the 72-hour clock begins once the agreement is signed.
• Key uncertainties remain, including the whereabouts of several deceased hostages’ remains, the exact withdrawal line, and second‑phase issues such as disarmament and future governance, as global leaders urge full implementation and expanded aid access.