The path for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza has been paved, as Israel and Hamas have signed the first phase of the U.S.-proposed Gaza peace agreement, as reported by international media.
According to details, U.S. President Donald Trump announced in a message on social media that under this agreement, all hostages will soon be released, while Israel will withdraw its forces to the agreed line.
Trump said that this is the first major step in the long-term and sustainable journey toward peace, and that all parties will be treated fairly.
He thanked the mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey for their role in this historic and extraordinary agreement, saying that this day is a great day for the Arab and Muslim world, Israel, all neighboring countries, and the United States.
The Qatari Foreign Ministry also stated that the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement has been concluded, under which the end of the war, the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, and the delivery of aid will be made possible. Further details will be announced later.
The mediators announce that tonight an agreement was reached on all the provisions and implementation mechanisms of the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, which will lead to ending the war, the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, and the entry of aid.…
— د. ماجد محمد الأنصاري Dr. Majed Al Ansari (@majedalansari) October 8, 2025
After U.S. President Donald Trump announced the first phase of the peace plan between Israel and Hamas, Hamas issued its first official statement.
Hamas said that an agreement has been reached that includes provisions for ending the war in Gaza, the withdrawal of Israeli forces, the delivery of aid, and the exchange of prisoners.
Hamas called on the U.S. President, Arab mediators, and international parties to ensure that Israel fully complies with all the terms of the agreement and is prevented from any delay or breach of commitments.
After the signing of the agreement between Israel and Hamas, Netanyahu issued a brief statement saying that the Israeli government is determined to ensure the safe return of its citizens and that “we will bring back all our hostages.”
According to Israeli media, under the agreement, Hamas will release all 20 living hostages within 72 hours. The release of Israeli hostages is expected on Saturday or Sunday.
