The Digest:
A historic ceasefire has taken hold as Hamas freed all remaining living Israeli hostages, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to declare an end to the two-year conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group.
Key Points:
- The final batch of 20 hostages was transferred to the Red Cross on Monday
- Hamas initially handed over seven hostages, followed by thirteen more
- Emotional scenes erupted in Tel Aviv as families received news of the release
- The ceasefire began on Friday, allowing displaced Palestinians to return north
- Israel is committed to releasing approximately 2,000 Palestinian prisoners
- President Trump traveled to Israel to meet with the freed hostages
- A multinational peacekeeping mission will oversee Gaza security and aid
Sources: Daily Trust
