Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:27am on 19 Jan 2025,Sunday International
A 42-day ceasefire in Gaza commenced on Sunday, brokered by Qatar, offering hope to thousands displaced by the conflict. During the truce, Palestinian groups will release 33 Israeli hostages, while Israel will free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. However, tensions remain high, with Israel warning it could resume the war if needed. Prime Minister Netanyahu claimed the war had "changed the face of the Middle East." Hamas accused Israel of committing war crimes. The ceasefire coincides with Donald Trump's second inauguration, with US mediation pivotal to the agreement. Displaced Gazans expressed eagerness to return home despite the uncertainty ahead.
