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A Fragile Hope: What the New Israel–Hamas Ceasefire Means for Peace

October 23, 2025

After nearly two years of devastating war in Gaza, Israel and Hamas have reached a new ceasefire agreement that many hope could mark a turning point. Under the deal, which President Donald Trump engaged in personal diplomacy and negotiations to secure,  Hamas has released all remaining living Israeli hostages while Israel has freed more than […]