Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:25am on 16 Jan 2025,Thursday International
Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release deal after 15 months of conflict, brokered by Qatar and the US. The agreement, pending Israeli cabinet approval, will exchange 33 hostages, including women and children, for Palestinian prisoners. Israeli forces will withdraw from densely populated Gaza areas, allowing displaced Palestinians to return. US President Biden emphasized the deal's humanitarian impact, while Israeli and Hamas leaders highlighted resilience and commitment. However, Israeli airstrikes killed 20 people in Gaza following the announcement. The deal marks a critical step toward reconstruction and peace negotiations. Implementation begins after finalizing details.
