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Israelis credit President Trump with ceasefire deal, hostage release

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Israel anxiously awaits the return of the remaining hostages seized by Hamas 735 days ago. Thousands gathered in Tel Aviv's Hostage Square for what they hope is the last time. Among them, President Trump's daughter, Ivanka Trump, spoke to the crowd.

Breakdown
  • Israelis gather in Tel Aviv awaiting the release of hostages held by Hamas for over two years.
  • President Trump and his team, including envoy Steve Whitcoff and Jared Kushner, are present in Israel and credited with brokering the ceasefire. 28s
  • The ceasefire agreement includes the release of hostages in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners. 1m 41s
  • Palestinians in Gaza return to find widespread destruction as Israeli troops withdraw. 1m 51s
  • The United Nations is scaling up humanitarian aid to address the urgent needs in Gaza. 2m 31s
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