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.
People hug next to banner with photos of hostages at the "Hostages square", after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas agreed on the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire, in Tel Aviv, Israel, October 9, 2025.(photo credit: REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)ByCORINNE BAUM, JERUSALEM POST STAFF, AMICHAI STEINUpdated: