Israel and Hamas Agree to Ceasefire
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a pause in fighting in Gaza, allowing for the release of remaining hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.
This development is part of a plan proposed by the Trump administration, marking a significant breakthrough in the two-year-old war.
Israel and Hamas agreed Wednesday to pause fighting in Gaza so that the remaining hostages there can be freed in the coming days in exchange for Palestinian prisoners
A key aspect of this agreement is the release of hostages, with a woman viewing photographs of hostages at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, Israel, on October 12, 2025.
Authors: Samy Magdy, Sam Mednick, and Aamer Madhani, The Associated Press.
Author's summary: Israel and Hamas agree to a ceasefire.