Trump says Israel and Hamas have 'both signed off' on first phase of Gaza ceasefire plan

US President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have both signed off on the first phase of a plan to end the two-year war on Gaza. The initial steps reportedly include the release of all hostages and the withdrawal of Israeli troops to an agreed-upon line. Mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey were instrumental in the deal, with Qatar's Foreign Ministry confirming an agreement has been reached. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the development, while Hamas called on the US to ensure Israel implements the withdrawal.