Israel Gives Go Ahead to First Stage of Gaza Truce and Prisoner Exchange Deal

Highlights:

• Israel approved the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire and hostage exchange deal, marking a major step toward ending ongoing hostilities.
• Under the deal, Israel’s forces are expected to begin a limited withdrawal from Gaza within 24 hours, while Hamas will have 72 hours to free all Israeli captives.
• Once the ceasefire takes effect, hundreds of Palestinian detainees will be freed, and aid convoys will enter Gaza to support over two million displaced civilians.

At the time of writing, Israel has approved the first phase of a new Gaza agreement that paves the way for a ceasefire and the exchange of hostages, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced. As part of the agreement, Israel’s military will start a phased withdrawal from Gaza within a day, with Hamas expected to free hostages over the next three days in exchange for the release of Palestinian detainees.

Terms of the Initial Phase

Once the Israeli cabinet gives the final signoff, hostilities are to pause immediately. The military will pull back from certain zones in Gaza within a day, creating conditions for the next steps. In parallel, Hamas will have three days to hand back all Israeli hostages, including both living captives and the remains of deceased, while Israel will release several hundred Palestinian prisoners as part of the exchange. Aid is also set to flow more freely into Gaza, supplying essential relief to over two million displaced residents in dire need.

Air Strikes Continue Despite Approval

Eyewitness accounts, however, indicate that air strikes continued overnight in parts of Gaza, even as the cabinet deliberated. The ceasefire is scheduled to take effect only after formal approval — raising concerns among observers over whether it will hold or be undermined by continued hostilities.

Wider Implications & Fragile Peace

The agreement marks a tentative diplomatic step after more than two years of conflict. It signals intent from both sides to test the waters of a larger truce, while still leaving major issues unresolved. Israel must navigate coalition pressures and skepticism, and Hamas must deliver on its promises under high scrutiny. As implementation begins, the world will watch closely whether the deal holds and whether humanitarian relief can reach the most vulnerable. The fragile balance of détente may hinge on the next 72 hours of action and restraint.

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