Israel and Hamas Agree to Partial Gaza Peace Plan
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a temporary ceasefire in Gaza, paving the way for the release of remaining hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.
This development is a significant breakthrough in the two-year-old conflict, as it implements parts of the peace plan proposed by the Trump administration.
Israel and Hamas agreed Wednesday to pause fighting in Gaza so that the remaining hostages there can be freed in the coming days in exchange for Palestinian prisoners
A key aspect of this agreement is the release of hostages, with a woman looking at photographs of hostages at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, Israel, on October 12, 2025.
Authors: Samy Magdy, Sam Mednick, and Aamer Madhani, The Associated Press
Author's summary: Israel and Hamas agree to a ceasefire and prisoner exchange.
- Parties involved: Israel, Hamas
- Key terms: Ceasefire, prisoner exchange, Gaza peace plan