Trump says Israel, Hamas signed off on Gaza deal

AL-Monitor
Oct 8, 2025
Smoke rises following explosions amid the Israeli military offensive in Gaza City, as seen from the central Gaza Strip. REUTERS/Dawoud Abu Alkas
Smoke rises following explosions amid the Israeli military offensive in Gaza City, as seen from the central Gaza Strip. REUTERS/Dawoud Abu Alkas — Dawoud Abu Alkas

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Israel and Hamas have signed off on the first phase of the U.S.-proposed Gaza deal, allowing for the release of all Israeli hostages, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday.

"I am very proud to announce that Israel and Hamas have both signed off on the first Phase of our Peace Plan," 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," Trump added.

(Reporting by Ismail Shakil and Jasper Ward)