President Biden announces a three-phase deal to end the Israel-Hamas conflict, focusing on a ceasefire, hostage release, withdrawal of Israeli forces, and Gaza reconstruction. The deal aims for a lasting peace and involves collaboration between the outgoing Biden administration and the incoming Trump administration.
President Joe Biden announced a three-phase deal to end the conflict between Israel and Hamas, aiming for a lasting peace and the return of all hostages. The deal, which begins Sunday with a ceasefire, includes the withdrawal of Israeli forces from populated areas in Gaza, the release of many hostages held by Hamas, particularly the wounded, elderly, and women, and the return of Palestinian civilians to their homes.
Hundreds of Palestinian prisoners will be released in exchange for the hostages. This initial phase will last six weeks, during which negotiators will work towards a permanent end to the war. If negotiations require more time, the temporary ceasefire will remain in effect. The second phase will focus on the release of any remaining living hostages and the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, making the ceasefire permanent. The third and final phase involves Hamas returning the remains of deceased hostages and implementing a Gaza reconstruction plan. Recognizing the challenges ahead, Biden acknowledged that the implementation of this agreement will largely fall to the incoming Trump administration. He emphasized the collaborative efforts of his team and Trump's team in achieving this breakthrough. Both Hamas and Israeli officials have largely agreed on a ceasefire in exchange for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. However, the key sticking point was Hamas' demand for a full Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza and an end to the war in return for the complete release of hostages. Israel's leaders insisted that the Gaza campaign must continue until Hamas is dismantled. The October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas on Israel, resulting in the death of some 1,200 people and the kidnapping of 253 hostages, sparked the ongoing conflict. The intense Israeli military offensive in the Gaza Strip, according to Palestinian health authorities, has resulted in the deaths of over 46,000 people and widespread destruction.
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