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What are the terms of the Gaza peace deal?

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The Gaza peace deal's first phase includes a ceasefire, the release of all hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, and a staged withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. Key issues still under negotiation are the disarmament of Hamas, the future governance of Gaza, and guarantees for a lasting ceasefire. The deal is facilitated by mediators from the US, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey.

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Israel and Hamas agree to phase one of peace deal

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  • Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace deal. 1m 0s
  • The deal includes the release of all captives in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and a staged Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. 1m 11s
  • Celebrations broke out in both Israel and Gaza following the announcement. 1m 36s
  • Uncertainty remains about Hamas disarmament and post-war governance in Gaza. 1m 23s
  • The ceasefire will begin once the Israeli government formally ratifies the agreement. 2m 7s
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Israel and Hamas agree to phase one of peace deal
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CBS News
6 hours ago
Israel and Hamas agree to phase one of peace deal

The first stage of the deal will see all the captives freed in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and a staged Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.

Celebrations after Trump announces first phase of ceasefire
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Al Jazeera
12 hours ago
Celebrations after Trump announces first phase of ceasefire

Trump confirms Israel and Hamas have signed off on the first phase: all hostages will be released soon and Israel will withdraw troops to an agreed line as steps toward lasting peace.

Hamas says it is ready to reach Gaza deal but needs 'real' guarantees
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Euronews
1 day ago
Hamas says it is ready to reach Gaza deal but needs 'real' guarantees

Netanyahu supports a plan calling for the release of all hostages, the disbandment of Hamas, and for Gaza to be placed under international governance.

Egyptian minister: U.S. to join Gaza peace talks in Sharm el-Sheikh
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Africanews
2 days ago
Egyptian minister: U.S. to join Gaza peace talks in Sharm el-Sheikh

Negotiations aim at achieving a security mechanism that eventually leads to a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.

Israel shells Gaza on war anniversary amid talks over Trump plan
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Reuters
2 days ago
Israel shells Gaza on war anniversary amid talks over Trump plan

Both sides have endorsed the overall principles: fighting ceases, hostages go free, and aid flows into Gaza. Israel wants Hamas to disarm; Hamas demands a full Israeli withdrawal.

Israel-Hamas peace talks to continue in Egypt over U.S. ceasefire plan
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Africanews
2 days ago
Israel-Hamas peace talks to continue in Egypt over U.S. ceasefire plan

The first phase includes the release of hostages held in Gaza and the establishment of a ceasefire.

Israel, Hamas representatives start negotiations over peace deal
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CBC News
3 days ago
Israel, Hamas representatives start negotiations over peace deal

Talks focus on a ceasefire, giving Hamas 72 hours to release the 48 remaining hostages, with timing of troop withdrawals and guarantees for a future Palestinian state as key sticking points.

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