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Gaza Ceasefire Agreement Close to Finalization, US President-elect Trump Expresses Optimism
Key points of the Gaza ceasefire deal unveiled: 3-phase plan includes hostage release and long-term resettlement. Trump optimistic about an agreement this week.
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by News Desk
2025-01-14
Gaza Ceasefire Agreement Close to Finalization, US President-elect Trump Expresses Optimism

The long-awaited Gaza ceasefire agreement appears to be nearing finalization, according to Israeli media reports. The deal, which is expected to be implemented in three distinct phases, aims to address critical humanitarian issues and political concerns surrounding the ongoing conflict.

The first phase of the agreement will focus on the release of 33 Israeli hostages. In exchange, Israel will release 50 Palestinian prisoners for each female soldier hostage and 30 Palestinians for the remaining hostages. Additionally, the Israeli military will evacuate the Philadelphia Corridor, a strategic crossing point on the Egypt-Gaza border, as part of this initial phase.

The second phase of the deal will begin 16 days after the ceasefire takes effect. This stage will address the release of any remaining prisoners and soldiers held by both sides.

Finally, the third phase will tackle long-term measures, including the resettlement of Gaza and the formation of a new Palestinian government. This phase aims to provide a roadmap for sustainable peace and governance in the region.

Meanwhile, a Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson confirmed that negotiations for the ceasefire agreement are continuing. The spokesman stated that while the parties are close to reaching a deal, no definitive agreement can be confirmed until a formal ceasefire is announced.

On the international front, US President-elect Donald Trump also expressed optimism regarding the ceasefire. Speaking to the media, Trump stated that the agreement is "very close" and could be finalized by the end of the week. He emphasized the importance of the deal, hinting that failure to reach an agreement would result in severe consequences.

Trump's comments came amid final-stage negotiations involving officials from Qatar and other countries. These officials have reportedly sent the final draft of the ceasefire agreement to both Israeli authorities and Hamas for approval.

The Gaza ceasefire discussions are entering a critical phase, with the hope that a comprehensive agreement will bring an end to the violence and pave the way for lasting peace in the region.
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