Netanyahu Confirms Israel-Hamas Conflict Ceasefire Deal
The announcement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on securing a ceasefire and hostage release deal is an important breakthrough in Israel-Hamas conflict. This announcement was made two days after both sides agreed to stop the 15-month war in Gaza. This news comes with heightened international interest as attempts to stop the bloody war intensify
Key Points of the Hostage Release Ceasefire Agreement
Also, The agreement will see the release of dozens of captives held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The Prime Minister of Qatar has said that 33 Israeli hostages should be released starting from Sunday in its first phase.
- Mediated Attempts: The agreement came about after months of difficult negotiations mediated by Egypt, the United States, and Qatar.
- Cabinet Acceptance: Netanyahu said that once he calls a meeting of his security cabinet, he will call a session of government to complete the hostage agreement.
- International involvement: The ceasefire was supported by other countries after US President Joe Biden, and the Prime Minister of Qatar was among the first to confirm the deal.
Context of the Conflict
Besides this, The Hamas strike on October 7, 2023, was the deadliest strike on Israel, killing 1,210 and 251 prisoners. After Israel retaliated on the territory, 46617 people perished. They were mostly civilians, according to Gaza’s health ministry. The conflict has forced most of Gaza’s population, about 2.3 million, to flee while destroying the infrastructure. It gives a ray of hope that this might bring the long-drawn-out fighting to an end.
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