Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:54am on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday International
A historic ceasefire and hostage exchange deal between Israel and Hamas was finalized just 10 minutes before the official announcement. Negotiations mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S. culminated after months of complex discussions in Doha. The agreement includes a phased ceasefire, hostage releases, and Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza. Key shifts occurred following Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar’s death and changes in regional dynamics. Pressure from both the outgoing Biden and incoming Trump administrations was pivotal. The final hurdles, including returnee inspections, were resolved with mediator intervention, ensuring the deal’s success.
