Ceasefire Holds in Gaza Ahead of Hostage Release and President Trump's Visit to Israel

Ceasefire Holds in Gaza Ahead of Hostage Release and President Trump’s Visit to Israel

Israel Plans Tunnel Destruction Following Return of Captives  A fragile but critical ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is holding, just hours before a planned hostage release and an anticipated visit by U.S. President Donald Trump to Israel as part of his ongoing diplomatic efforts in the region. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed that the […]

Hostage Release Expected Monday as Israeli Forces Partially Withdraw from Gaza

Hostage Release Expected Monday as Israeli Forces Partially Withdraw from Gaza

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed confidence on Wednesday that the newly announced ceasefire between Israel and Hamas will hold, citing fatigue on both sides and progress in the hostage release deal brokered under his administration’s peace plan. Speaking to reporters at the White House, President Trump said the first phase of the agreement which includes […]

Joy in Israel and Gaza After Ceasefire Announced; Hostage Release Expected Saturday

Joy in Israel and Gaza After Ceasefire Announced; Hostage Release Expected Saturday

Widespread relief and cautious optimism swept through Israel and Gaza on Wednesday after a ceasefire was officially announced, bringing a tentative halt to nearly two years of intense conflict. The agreement, brokered under the U.S.-led peace initiative spearheaded by President Donald Trump, marks the most significant breakthrough since the war began in October 2023. In […]

Leaders React to Agreement on First Phase of Trump’s Gaza Deal

Leaders React to Agreement on First Phase of Trump’s Gaza Deal

U.S. President Trump Announces Breakthrough in Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Release Plan Washington, D.C. – October 8, 2025 U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on the first phase of his long anticipated Gaza peace deal, marking what could be a pivotal moment in efforts to end […]

Hamas Agrees to 60‑Day Gaza Ceasefire with Hostage Exchange Underway

Hamas Agrees to 60‑Day Gaza Ceasefire with Hostage Exchange Underway

After nearly 23 months of conflict, Hamas has accepted a new 60‑day ceasefire proposal, brokered by Egypt, Qatar, and backed by the United States. Under the agreement, half of the Israeli hostages currently held in Gaza would be released in exchange for a temporary halt to hostilities and the release of some Palestinian prisoners. Ceasefire […]

Hamas Frees Final American Hostage in Gaza: Edan Alexander Released Ahead of Trump Visit

Hamas Frees Final American Hostage in Gaza: Edan Alexander Released Ahead of Trump Visit

In a surprise diplomatic breakthrough, Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last known American citizen held hostage in Gaza, marking a potential turning point in the ongoing conflict and peace negotiations in the region. Alexander, a dual American-Israeli citizen, was handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Khan Yunis, southern […]