Israel and Hamas Near Ceasefire Agreement After Year-Long Negotiations
Talks mediated by the US, Qatar, and Egypt could lead to a phased truce, hostage releases, and humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- Hamas has accepted a draft ceasefire agreement, with final details being negotiated and awaiting approval from Israel's cabinet.
- The proposed three-phase deal includes the release of 33 hostages in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and a partial Israeli military withdrawal.
- The first phase would also allow displaced Palestinians to return to northern Gaza and facilitate a surge of humanitarian aid deliveries.
- The deal does not guarantee a permanent ceasefire, with further negotiations required during the initial phase to address remaining hostages and broader conflict resolution.
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken outlined plans for Gaza's post-war governance, proposing an international interim administration and eventual Palestinian Authority leadership.
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