Overview

• Hamas agreed to free all hostages under a U.S.-brokered plan, with initial releases expected to begin as early as October 12, according to officials and local reports.
• Israeli forces will withdraw from most Gaza cities, including Gaza City, while maintaining a presence in Rafah, Israeli officials told local media.
• Both sides signed the first-phase document in Egypt, and the ceasefire is set to take effect within 24 hours of cabinet approval in Jerusalem.
• The plan includes Israel releasing more than 1,900 Palestinian prisoners and expanding humanitarian aid flows into Gaza, according to Mainichi’s summary of the framework.
• Trump announced the agreement and credited Qatar, Egypt and Turkey for mediation, while Gazans celebrated in the streets as news of the deal spread.