CEASEFIRE DEAL
The first phase of the plan would bring the release of all hostages, alive and dead, and the withdrawal of Israeli troops to the so-called yellow line in Gaza.
"I am very proud to announce that Israel and Hamas have both signed off on the first Phase of our Peace Plan," Mr Trump said on Truth Social.
"This means that ALL of the Hostages will be released very soon, and Israel will withdraw their Troops to an agreed upon line as the first steps toward a Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace," he added.
While hopes are raised for an end to the war, some details are still unclear. This includes the timing, a post-war administration for the Gaza Strip and the fate of Hamas.
Mr Trump's 20-point plan envisions a role for the Palestinian Authority but only after it has undergone major reforms.
The next phase of the US president's plan calls for an international body to play a role in Gaza's post-war administration - to be led by Mr Trump and include former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
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