Hamas, Israel agree to phase one of Gaza deal, world leaders rejoice

Hostage families thank Trump in call • Nepali hostage Bipin Joshi's proof-of-life video released • Trump: Hostages will probably be released on Monday, Iran will be part of Middle East peace

Captivity survivor Romi Gonen, and Einav Zangauker, mother of Matan Zangauker, at Hostages Square.
Captivity survivor Romi Gonen, and Einav Zangauker, mother of Matan Zangauker, at Hostages Square.
(photo credit: Hostages and Missing Families Forum)

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BySARAH BEN-NUN

Modi backs Trump’s Israel-Hamas plan, praises Netanyahu

"We welcome the agreement on the first phase of President Trump's peace plan. This is also a reflection of the strong leadership of PM Netanyahu," Modi said in a post on X.

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
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PRIME MINISTER of India Narendra Modi looks on during his 2017 visit to Israel as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signs a document of cooperation.
PRIME MINISTER of India Narendra Modi looks on during his 2017 visit to Israel as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signs a document of cooperation.
(photo credit: MARC ISRAEL SELLEM/THE JERUSALEM POST)
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How will the newly agreed-upon Gaza deal take shape over coming days? - explainer

Ultimately, all living hostages held in the Gaza Strip will be released within a matter of days, and the IDF will withdraw toward the agreed line.

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An art installation in Tel Aviv's Hostage Square. Oct. 9, 2025.
An art installation in Tel Aviv's Hostage Square. Oct. 9, 2025.
(photo credit: GIDEON MARKOWICZ/TPS-IL)
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'Peace finally feels obtainable': World welcomes imminent release of hostages, Gaza deal signing

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that the "stakes had never been higher" for establishing a two-state solution.

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS
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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres exits the press room after speaking at the United Nations prior to a meeting about the ongoing conflict in Gaza, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, U.S., November 6, 2023
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres exits the press room after speaking at the United Nations prior to a meeting about the ongoing conflict in Gaza, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, U.S., November 6, 2023
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Italy ready to send troops to Gaza if peacekeepers needed, minister says

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Special preparations and closed wards: How Israel's hospitals prepare to receive Gaza hostages

Each participating hospital has already prepared spacious, isolated, and fully accessible rooms designed to provide both medical care and full privacy.

ByDR. ITAY GAL
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An Israeli military helicopter with released Israeli hostages arrive at the Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan, November 29, 2023.
An Israeli military helicopter with released Israeli hostages arrive at the Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan, November 29, 2023.
(photo credit: Chaim Goldberg/Flash90)
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Family of Nepali hostage Bipin Joshi releases 2023 Gaza footage, pleads for hostage deal

Pushpa Joshi, Bipin’s sister, confirmed to The Jerusalem Post that the video was released now as a direct effort to encourage the finalization of a potential hostage deal.

ByJOANIE MARGULIES
Video of Bipin Joshi released by IDF, October 8, 2025.
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Trump announces Israel, Hamas reached Gaza deal, hostages to be released 72 hours after signing

The deal is expected to be signed in Egypt on Thursday afternoon, sources in the Hamas terrorist organization told Lebanese outlet Al Mayadeen. 

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Hostage families, activists protest at the Prime Minister's Residence in Jerusalem, October 5, 2025.
Hostage families, activists protest at the Prime Minister's Residence in Jerusalem, October 5, 2025.
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'Thank you, Trump!': Hostage families, Israel welcomes Gaza deal agreement

The forum also called on the Israeli government to convene immediately to approve the agreement. 

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Hostage families in Washington upon receiving the news of President Trump’s announcement of an agreement that will bring all the hostages home.
Hostage families in Washington upon receiving the news of President Trump’s announcement of an agreement that will bring all the hostages home.
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Netanyahu invites Trump to speak to Knesset as Israeli politicians praise Gaza deal agreement

The phone call followed the announcement that Israel and Hamas had signed a ceasefire deal.

ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM
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U.S. President Donald Trump points a finger as he speaks during a roundtable on antifa, an anti-fascist movement he designated a domestic "terrorist organization" via executive order on September 22, at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., October 8, 2025.
U.S. President Donald Trump points a finger as he speaks during a roundtable on antifa, an anti-fascist movement he designated a domestic "terrorist organization" via executive order on September 22, at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., October 8, 2025.
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Israel at war: What you need to know


  • Hamas launched a massive attack on October 7, 2023, with thousands of terrorists infiltrating from the Gaza border and taking some 250 hostages into Gaza.
  • Over 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals were murdered, including over 350 at the Supernova music festival and hundreds of Israeli civilians across the Gaza border communities.
  • 48 hostages remain in Gaza, while 49 hostages in total have been killed in captivity.
  • The IDF launched large-scale attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities on June 13, 2025.
  • Israel struck key nuclear sites and killed senior Iranian military and IRGC officials.
  • 28 Israelis killed, over 1,300 wounded, including several IDF soldiers, in Iranian attacks.


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