Times of Israel
No, Hamas is not ready for ‘lasting peace,’ but can Trump persuade it to free all the hostages?
Wednesday, October 8
Alternative Takes
The World's Current Take
Gaza, live news on the Israel-Hamas peace agreement | Agreement signed: ceasefire 24 hours after government approval. Hostages freed by Monday. Israeli presidency confirms Trump's arrival.
Wednesday, October 8
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Italy
Live: Final draft of Gaza phase one deal signed in Egypt 'by all parties', Israel says
Wednesday, October 8
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France
Live: Final draft of Gaza phase one deal signed in Egypt 'by all parties', Israel says
Wednesday, October 8
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France
War in the Middle East: Israeli government approves Gaza agreement
Thursday, October 9
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Germany
War in the Middle East: Israeli government approves Gaza agreement
Thursday, October 9
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Germany
Israel-Hamas agreement. The government in Jerusalem has made a decision
Thursday, October 9
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Poland
Israel-Hamas agreement. The government in Jerusalem has made a decision
Thursday, October 9
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Poland
The Israeli government approves peace agreement with Hamas
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
The Israeli government approves peace agreement with Hamas
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
Israeli Cabinet ratifies ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
Israeli Cabinet ratifies ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
Final version of the first phase of the peace agreement was signed: Israel
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
Final version of the first phase of the peace agreement was signed: Israel
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
Cabinet set to approve hostage-ceasefire deal after Israel, Hamas sign on in Egypt
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
Cabinet set to approve hostage-ceasefire deal after Israel, Hamas sign on in Egypt
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
Israel and Hamas agree on peace deal
Thursday, October 9
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Sweden
Israel and Hamas agree on peace deal
Thursday, October 9
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Sweden
Gaza ceasefire plan goes into effect, deal signed in Egypt
Thursday, October 9
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United Arab Emirates
Gaza ceasefire plan goes into effect, deal signed in Egypt
Thursday, October 9
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United Arab Emirates
Israeli government approves ceasefire agreement
Thursday, October 9
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Norway
Israeli government approves ceasefire agreement
Thursday, October 9
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Norway
Gaza Ceasefire agreement goes into effect, Israel awaits cabinet approval
Thursday, October 9
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United Arab Emirates
Gaza Ceasefire agreement goes into effect, Israel awaits cabinet approval
Thursday, October 9
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United Arab Emirates
Israeli cabinet meeting expected to back Gaza ceasefire deal
Thursday, October 9
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Ireland
Israeli cabinet meeting expected to back Gaza ceasefire deal
Thursday, October 9
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Ireland
Israel confirms signing phase one of Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Israel confirms signing phase one of Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Trump's Role and Announcements
Donald Trump announced that the second phase of the Gaza deal will include "disarmament."
Thursday, October 9
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Argentina
US President Trump: No one will be displaced in Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
US President Trump: No one will be displaced in Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
Trump says he will head to the Middle East on Sunday after Israel-Hamas hostage deal
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
Trump says he will head to the Middle East on Sunday after Israel-Hamas hostage deal
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
BREAKING NEWS | Israel announced: Trump is coming on Sunday
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
BREAKING NEWS | Israel announced: Trump is coming on Sunday
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
'We ended war in Gaza': Trump says hostages to be released next week; peace plan to be signed in Egypt
Thursday, October 9
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India
'We ended war in Gaza': Trump says hostages to be released next week; peace plan to be signed in Egypt
Thursday, October 9
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India
Donald Trump: The Gaza war is over, this will be a lasting peace
Thursday, October 9
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Hungary
Donald Trump: The Gaza war is over, this will be a lasting peace
Thursday, October 9
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Hungary
Trump's ceasefire statement: We ended the war in Gaza, Erdoğan did a great job
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
Trump's ceasefire statement: We ended the war in Gaza, Erdoğan did a great job
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
Trump announces Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal: What we know and what’s next
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Trump announces Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal: What we know and what’s next
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas agree to 'first phase' of Gaza peace deal
Thursday, October 9
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Australia
Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas agree to 'first phase' of Gaza peace deal
Thursday, October 9
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Australia
Trump: "All hostages will be released around the 13th or 14th... Next step is disarming Hamas" (Comprehensive)
Thursday, October 9
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South Korea
Trump: "All hostages will be released around the 13th or 14th... Next step is disarming Hamas" (Comprehensive)
Thursday, October 9
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South Korea
Trump: "We ended the war in Gaza" – The next day
Thursday, October 9
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Greece
Trump: "We ended the war in Gaza" – The next day
Thursday, October 9
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Greece
Trump announces agreement to end the war in Gaza
Wednesday, October 8
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Iraq
Trump announces agreement to end the war in Gaza
Wednesday, October 8
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Iraq
Trump: ‘We ended Gaza war,’ the hostages are coming home. ‘After that, we’ll see’
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
Trump: ‘We ended Gaza war,’ the hostages are coming home. ‘After that, we’ll see’
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
Trump on the Israel-Hamas deal: "I think it will be the beginning of a lasting peace."
Thursday, October 9
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Spain
Trump on the Israel-Hamas deal: "I think it will be the beginning of a lasting peace."
Thursday, October 9
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Spain
Trump announces deal reached on first part of his Gaza plan: ‘All hostages will be freed very soon’
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
Trump announces deal reached on first part of his Gaza plan: ‘All hostages will be freed very soon’
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
Trump sets ultimatum for hostage release - October 13 or 14
Thursday, October 9
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Bulgaria
Trump sets ultimatum for hostage release - October 13 or 14
Thursday, October 9
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Bulgaria
Trump: Hostages should be released Monday or Tuesday
Wednesday, October 8
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Austria
Trump: Hostages should be released Monday or Tuesday
Wednesday, October 8
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Austria
International Reactions and Support
"Ireland stands ready to assist" as Israel and Hamas "sign off" on "peace plan"
Thursday, October 9
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Ireland
PM Wong welcomes first phase of Gaza ceasefire agreement
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
PM Wong welcomes first phase of Gaza ceasefire agreement
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
The Maroc “salue” the announcement by Trump on his terms on the cessez-le-feu à Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Morocco
The Maroc “salue” the announcement by Trump on his terms on the cessez-le-feu à Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Morocco
PM Wong welcomes Gaza peace plan agreement by Israel and Hamas
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
PM Wong welcomes Gaza peace plan agreement by Israel and Hamas
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
Pakistan calls Israel-Hamas truce agreement ‘historic,’ lauds Trump and regional leaders for role
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Pakistan calls Israel-Hamas truce agreement ‘historic,’ lauds Trump and regional leaders for role
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Morocco welcomes ceasefire in Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Morocco
Morocco welcomes ceasefire in Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Morocco
Gaza Ceasefire Agreement: Morocco Welcomes President Trump's Announcement
Thursday, October 9
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Morocco
Gaza Ceasefire Agreement: Morocco Welcomes President Trump's Announcement
Thursday, October 9
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Morocco
Japan hails 'significant first step' in Israel-Hamas peace plan
Thursday, October 9
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Japan
Japan hails 'significant first step' in Israel-Hamas peace plan
Thursday, October 9
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Japan
Gaza peace plan would not have been possible without President Trump: Shanmugam
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
Gaza peace plan would not have been possible without President Trump: Shanmugam
Thursday, October 9
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Singapore
'It is a day for optimism,' Carney says as Israel, Hamas edge closer to ending war
Thursday, October 9
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Canada
'It is a day for optimism,' Carney says as Israel, Hamas edge closer to ending war
Thursday, October 9
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Canada
BREAKING NEWS... Gaza ceasefire signed! First statement from Turkey: We will support Palestinians in every area!
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
BREAKING NEWS... Gaza ceasefire signed! First statement from Turkey: We will support Palestinians in every area!
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
PM Modi Congratulates Israeli PM Netanyahu On Gaza Peace Plan
Thursday, October 9
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India
PM Modi Congratulates Israeli PM Netanyahu On Gaza Peace Plan
Thursday, October 9
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India
PM Modi Discusses Trade With 'Friend' Trump, Congratulates Him On Gaza Peace Deal
Thursday, October 9
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India
PM Modi Discusses Trade With 'Friend' Trump, Congratulates Him On Gaza Peace Deal
Thursday, October 9
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India
Iran supports any initiative ending war and genocide in Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Iran supports any initiative ending war and genocide in Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
President Erdoğan's message on Gaza: We will take part in the task force
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
President Erdoğan's message on Gaza: We will take part in the task force
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
Implementation Details and Logistics
Hamas: The agreement calls for the release of 250 prisoners serving life sentences and 1,700 prisoners from Gaza.
Thursday, October 9
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Egypt
Israel to begin Gaza pullout as Rafah crossing set to reopen within 72 hours: Sources
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Israel to begin Gaza pullout as Rafah crossing set to reopen within 72 hours: Sources
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Gaza, agreement between Hamas and Israel: what the first phase entails. And what are the remaining issues in Trump's plan?
Thursday, October 9
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Italy
Gaza, agreement between Hamas and Israel: what the first phase entails. And what are the remaining issues in Trump's plan?
Thursday, October 9
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Italy
The ceasefire in Gaza will take effect 24 hours after the Israeli government ratifies it this afternoon.
Thursday, October 9
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Spain
The ceasefire in Gaza will take effect 24 hours after the Israeli government ratifies it this afternoon.
Thursday, October 9
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Spain
From Hamas to Red Cross to the IDF in Gaza: How the hostage releases will be handled
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
From Hamas to Red Cross to the IDF in Gaza: How the hostage releases will be handled
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
All the hostages believed to be alive and who are due for release
Thursday, October 9
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United Kingdom
All the hostages believed to be alive and who are due for release
Thursday, October 9
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United Kingdom
Emaciated, exhausted and desperate: these are the 48 hostages Hamas still holds, 20 of whom are likely still alive
Thursday, October 9
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Netherlands
Emaciated, exhausted and desperate: these are the 48 hostages Hamas still holds, 20 of whom are likely still alive
Thursday, October 9
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Netherlands
Marwan Barghouti not part of prisoner-hostage exchange ‘at this point,’ Israel says
Thursday, October 9
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United Arab Emirates
Marwan Barghouti not part of prisoner-hostage exchange ‘at this point,’ Israel says
Thursday, October 9
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United Arab Emirates
Israel won’t free Marwan Barghouti in deal with Hamas for now, gov’t spokesperson says
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
Israel won’t free Marwan Barghouti in deal with Hamas for now, gov’t spokesperson says
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
UNRWA: We have food aid for the entire Gaza Strip sufficient for three months.
Friday, October 10
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Egypt
UNRWA: We have food aid for the entire Gaza Strip sufficient for three months.
Friday, October 10
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Egypt
The UN has prepared a 60-day emergency plan to assist the population of Gaza after the ceasefire.
Thursday, October 9
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Argentina
The UN has prepared a 60-day emergency plan to assist the population of Gaza after the ceasefire.
Thursday, October 9
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Argentina
Analysis and Commentary
Trump's final sprint to Gaza: Rubio's note, the post on Truth, the president's exultation: "Now they want me to address the Knesset."
Wednesday, October 8
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Italy
The ray of hope for Gaza, Hamas' stance and the marathon meeting in Israel
Thursday, October 9
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Greece
The ray of hope for Gaza, Hamas' stance and the marathon meeting in Israel
Thursday, October 9
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Greece
"Green light" from Israel - Hope for Gaza, the stance of Hamas and the US
Thursday, October 9
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Greece
"Green light" from Israel - Hope for Gaza, the stance of Hamas and the US
Thursday, October 9
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Greece
The beginning of the end for the war in Gaza: Israel's "yes" and Hamas' reservations
Thursday, October 9
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Greece
The beginning of the end for the war in Gaza: Israel's "yes" and Hamas' reservations
Thursday, October 9
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Greece
The note Marco Rubio handed to Trump that led to the announcement of the Gaza deal: "We need you to approve a release so we can announce the deal first."
Thursday, October 9
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Spain
The note Marco Rubio handed to Trump that led to the announcement of the Gaza deal: "We need you to approve a release so we can announce the deal first."
Thursday, October 9
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Spain
Agreement on the peace plan What's next for Gaza?
Thursday, October 9
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Germany
Agreement on the peace plan What's next for Gaza?
Thursday, October 9
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Germany
Gaza Agreement. What is Donald Trump's peace plan?
Thursday, October 9
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Poland
Gaza Agreement. What is Donald Trump's peace plan?
Thursday, October 9
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Poland
The intellectual framework of the Trump plan on Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Egypt
The intellectual framework of the Trump plan on Gaza
Thursday, October 9
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Egypt
Analysis: Trump exerted leverage for Gaza deal but tough questions remain
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Analysis: Trump exerted leverage for Gaza deal but tough questions remain
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
This is how the historic ceasefire in Gaza came about! Türkiye's key role
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
This is how the historic ceasefire in Gaza came about! Türkiye's key role
Thursday, October 9
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Turkey
How two years of war have shattered the Gaza Strip
Thursday, October 9
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United Kingdom
How two years of war have shattered the Gaza Strip
Thursday, October 9
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United Kingdom
Skepticism and Concerns
Trump has promised 'eternal peace' in Gaza. But current ceasefire ignores key issues
Thursday, October 9
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Canada
Gaza, between joy and caution over the peace agreement: "Here, hope has been killed too many times."
Thursday, October 9
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Spain
Gaza, between joy and caution over the peace agreement: "Here, hope has been killed too many times."
Thursday, October 9
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Spain
Doubts about the Israel-Hamas "deal" announced by Trump
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
Doubts about the Israel-Hamas "deal" announced by Trump
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
Trump’s Gaza deal is a welcome ceasefire. Now for the tricky bit
Thursday, October 9
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Australia
Trump’s Gaza deal is a welcome ceasefire. Now for the tricky bit
Thursday, October 9
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Australia
Will Hamas agree to hand over its weapons as part of a Gaza ceasefire deal?
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Will Hamas agree to hand over its weapons as part of a Gaza ceasefire deal?
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
No, Hamas is not ready for ‘lasting peace,’ but can Trump persuade it to free all the hostages?
Wednesday, October 8
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Israel
No, Hamas is not ready for ‘lasting peace,’ but can Trump persuade it to free all the hostages?
Wednesday, October 8
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Israel
Agreement on peace plan Between jubilation and hope, doubts remain
Thursday, October 9
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Germany
Agreement on peace plan Between jubilation and hope, doubts remain
Thursday, October 9
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Germany
Iran warns of Israeli ‘deception, breach of commitments’ after Gaza ceasefire deal
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Iran warns of Israeli ‘deception, breach of commitments’ after Gaza ceasefire deal
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
"I'm voting against the Gaza peace deal": Far-right Israeli minister Smotrich attacks Trump's plan.
Thursday, October 9
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Italy
"I'm voting against the Gaza peace deal": Far-right Israeli minister Smotrich attacks Trump's plan.
Thursday, October 9
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Italy
Hamas Perspective and Claims
Hamas agrees to release all Israeli hostages as Trump announces Gaza deal
Thursday, October 9
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Australia
Hamas accuses Israel of manipulating ceasefire agreement
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
Hamas accuses Israel of manipulating ceasefire agreement
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
‘Ended permanently’: Top Hamas negotiator announces major Gaza update
Thursday, October 9
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Australia
‘Ended permanently’: Top Hamas negotiator announces major Gaza update
Thursday, October 9
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Australia
Middle East: Hamas leader: "The war is over"
Thursday, October 9
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Switzerland
Middle East: Hamas leader: "The war is over"
Thursday, October 9
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Switzerland
Hamas leader: 'US, mediators guaranteed end of war'
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Hamas leader: 'US, mediators guaranteed end of war'
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Hamas leader: Netanyahu failed to recover his prisoners by force and break our resistance. Gaza, the graveyard of invaders, triumphed through its steadfastness and unity.
Thursday, October 9
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Egypt
Hamas leader: Netanyahu failed to recover his prisoners by force and break our resistance. Gaza, the graveyard of invaders, triumphed through its steadfastness and unity.
Thursday, October 9
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Egypt
Ceasefire deal 'not a favor' by foreign powers, result of ‘enormous sacrifices’ in Gaza: Islamic Jihad
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Ceasefire deal 'not a favor' by foreign powers, result of ‘enormous sacrifices’ in Gaza: Islamic Jihad
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
By: Mohsen Pakaein Hamas triumphs on battlefront and diplomacy table
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
By: Mohsen Pakaein Hamas triumphs on battlefront and diplomacy table
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Israel trying to manipulate certain clauses of ceasefire
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Israel trying to manipulate certain clauses of ceasefire
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Nobel Peace Prize Discussions
Nobel Peace Prize 2025: What are Trump’s credentials, and can he win?
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Netanyahu: "Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize."
Thursday, October 9
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South Korea
Netanyahu: "Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize."
Thursday, October 9
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South Korea
Could Trump win the Nobel Peace Prize tomorrow?
Wednesday, October 8
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United Kingdom
Could Trump win the Nobel Peace Prize tomorrow?
Wednesday, October 8
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United Kingdom
"We nominate Trump for the Nobel Prize." Zelensky presented the conditions
Thursday, October 9
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Poland
"We nominate Trump for the Nobel Prize." Zelensky presented the conditions
Thursday, October 9
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Poland
Trump should win the Nobel Peace Prize, Netanyahu reiterates after the Gaza ceasefire agreement.
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
Trump should win the Nobel Peace Prize, Netanyahu reiterates after the Gaza ceasefire agreement.
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
They will decide whether Trump will receive the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday: 'We must remain strong and principled'
Thursday, October 9
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Netherlands
They will decide whether Trump will receive the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday: 'We must remain strong and principled'
Thursday, October 9
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Netherlands
Ongoing Violations and Tensions
Despite peace agreement, Israel continues offensive in Gaza: Francesca Albanese
Thursday, October 9
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Mexico
Israeli military warns Palestinians against returning to northern Gaza as strikes continue despite ceasefire
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Israeli military warns Palestinians against returning to northern Gaza as strikes continue despite ceasefire
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Israel bombards various parts of Gaza despite announcement of ceasefire deal
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
Israel bombards various parts of Gaza despite announcement of ceasefire deal
Thursday, October 9
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Iran
LIVE: Israel clarified that there will be no ceasefire with Hamas terrorists until the cabinet approves the agreement.
Thursday, October 9
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Argentina
LIVE: Israel clarified that there will be no ceasefire with Hamas terrorists until the cabinet approves the agreement.
Thursday, October 9
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Argentina
Public Reactions and Celebrations
Photos | Israel and Gaza celebrate the signing of the first phase of the plan to end the war: hostage release and a ceasefire will begin.
Friday, October 10
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Colombia
Gaza residents flood streets in hope that Israel’s war is ending
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Gaza residents flood streets in hope that Israel’s war is ending
Thursday, October 9
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Saudi Arabia
Singing, cheering, anticipation mix at Hostages Square after deal to free captives
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
Singing, cheering, anticipation mix at Hostages Square after deal to free captives
Thursday, October 9
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Israel
Gaza, Trump's announcement: "There is an agreement on the first phase of the truce. Hostages freed, Israel leaves the Strip." Palestinians celebrate.
Thursday, October 9
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Italy
Gaza, Trump's announcement: "There is an agreement on the first phase of the truce. Hostages freed, Israel leaves the Strip." Palestinians celebrate.
Thursday, October 9
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Italy
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