Israeli families eagerly await the release of remaining Hamas hostages in Tel Aviv amidst mounting anger towards Benjamin Netanyahu. Hostages Square has seen thousands gather post-ceasefire, with a mix of celebration and tension. Steve Witkoff, Ivanka Trump, and Jared Kushner, instrumental in the deal, addressed the crowd.
Preparations are underway to welcome back the 48 hostages next week, with Hamas given a Monday deadline. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu faces criticism for allegedly sabotaging prior peace talks. Defense Minister Israel Katz highlights the challenge of destroying Hamas’s terror tunnels in Gaza post-ceasefire.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper rules out sending British troops for ceasefire monitoring. Meanwhile, 200 US troops have landed in Israel to facilitate aid flow and provide security support. Sir Keir Starmer is set to join a peace summit in Egypt co-chaired by President Trump and President El-Sisi.
Excitement and nervousness grip Tel Aviv as families await news on the remaining hostages’ condition after enduring two years of captivity. Amid cheers, Steve Witkoff addresses the crowd, generating hope for a positive resolution. Meanwhile, scuffles and arrests occur between pro-Palestine demonstrators and counter-protesters in London.
Hamas recalls 7,000 fighters as Israel withdraws troops from parts of Gaza. Both sides adjust territorial control as part of the ceasefire agreement. Gazans mobilize for recovery efforts, while Israeli hospitals prepare for incoming hostages. Children’s dreams in Gaza highlight the impact of conflict on innocent lives.
The IDF conducts a strike in southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah post-ceasefire. President Trump expresses optimism for the ceasefire’s success while addressing journalists. Thousands of Palestinians return to Gaza City following the ceasefire announcement, chanting and cheering along the way.
UN officials announce the resumption of aid deliveries to Gaza starting Sunday. The reception team anticipates addressing the physical and mental scars of the released hostages. The White House criticizes the Nobel Peace Prize Committee for not awarding Trump, citing his humanitarian efforts.
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