Recent reports detail progress on a proposed peace plan for the Gaza conflict. Hamas has indicated acceptance of certain components of a peace proposal introduced by US President Donald Trump, following Israel’s earlier acceptance of the plan presented alongside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Israeli Defense Force (IDF) subsequently announced a cessation of operations to occupy Gaza City, redirecting its defensive focus to the Gaza Strip. This IDF statement, as reported by Reuters, emerged after President Trump’s public call for Israel to halt bombing in Gaza to aid hostage release efforts. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also welcomed President Trump’s leadership regarding these peace initiatives, reaffirming India’s commitment to a durable and just peace. President Trump reportedly ordered Israel to cease bombing after Hamas’s partial agreement, with the overarching aim of ending the nearly two-year conflict and securing the return of hostages taken on October 7, 2023.
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