On October 9, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that Israel and Hamas had agreed to a Gaza cease‑fire, praising Qatar, Egypt and Turkey for mediating.
Cease‑fire in Gaza
Trump announced the agreement on Truth Social, thanking Qatar, Egypt and Turkey for facilitating what he described as a historic and unprecedented event.
Both Hamas and Qatar confirmed that the deal also permits humanitarian aid to enter the Gaza Strip.
Hostages to be released
Trump’s 20‑point plan, announced in September, calls for the exchange of 250 Palestinian prisoners for Israeli hostages, with preliminary swaps targeted for the weekend of 11–12 October.
While Israel demands Hamas disarmament—a demand outright rejected by the group—the agreement’s impact on ending the war remains uncertain.
