President Donald Trump declared that Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement representing the first phase of a peace plan. The statement came as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed he would convene his government on Thursday to sign off on the deal. Hamas expressed optimism that the agreement would lead to the end of the war, though many of the details remain unclear.
Smoke rising above Gaza City, as seen from Nuseirat on Tuesday, highlighted the ongoing tension in the region. While Trump’s announcement suggests progress in the peace process, experts are cautious about the agreement’s specifics, which have not been officially released. The situation remains delicate, with both sides facing significant internal and external pressures.