Gaza Ceasefire Signed in Egypt as Hostage-Prisoner Exchange Concludes and Rebuilding Begins
World leaders, including President Trump, gathered in Egypt to sign a Gaza ceasefire deal, concluding a major hostage-prisoner exchange and initiating rebuilding efforts after two years of conflict.
Overview
World leaders, including President Trump and Mr. el-Sissi, convened in Egypt to sign a Gaza ceasefire deal, marking the end of two years of conflict sparked by the October 7, 2023 attack.
Hamas released the final 20 Israeli hostages, held since October 7, 2023, reuniting them with their families as part of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement.
Israel reciprocated by releasing nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, political prisoners, and detainees, including 250 long-term detainees and 1,700 Gazans, who were welcomed back in Gaza.
President Trump announced the peace agreement, visiting Israel to meet hostage families and address the Knesset, while emphasizing the immediate start of Gaza's rebuilding efforts.
Mr. el-Sissi awarded President Trump the Order of the Nile, Egypt's highest civilian honor, during the gathering of world leaders to formalize the Gaza peace deal.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources cover this story neutrally, focusing on factual reporting of events and individuals involved. They present information directly, attribute statements clearly, and avoid loaded language or selective emphasis in their editorial choices. The coverage prioritizes conveying the details of the ceasefire signing and the human stories of the released hostages without pushing a particular narrative.
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FAQ
The ceasefire agreement was structured into three stages, each lasting 42 days. It included the release of Israeli captives by Hamas, the release of Palestinian prisoners by Israel, and the return of calm to the Gaza Strip. Additionally, Israel agreed to allow substantial humanitarian aid into Gaza and gradually withdraw from parts of the Gaza Strip.
The January 2025 agreement focused on stages of prisoner exchanges and humanitarian aid, while the more recent deal emphasizes a broader ceasefire and rebuilding efforts following a U.S.-brokered agreement. The latter included a major hostage-prisoner exchange and official international recognition with world leaders.
International leaders, including President Trump and Mr. el-Sissi, played a significant role by convening in Egypt to formalize the ceasefire and initiate rebuilding efforts. President Trump also visited Israel to meet with families of hostages and announced the start of Gaza's rebuilding efforts.
The conflict led to significant humanitarian needs in Gaza, including the need for substantial aid. The recent agreement addresses these needs by allowing for the entry of humanitarian supplies and initiating rebuilding efforts.
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