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Trump Announces Ceasefire Plan to Release Gaza Hostages

10/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump says Hamas and Israel's ceasefire plan will release all remaining hostages in Gaza by Monday.
There are 47 hostages remaining in Gaza, with 26 confirmed deceased.
Among the living, many are young men, while women and children were released in earlier agreements.
Foreign nationals, including Nepali student Bipin Joshi, are still held, while concerns persist about recovering remains for some deceased hostages.

History

Historical Context

The 2014 Gaza War, initiated by Israel on July 8, resulted in over 2,200 Palestinian and 73 Israeli deaths, marking one of the deadliest conflicts in the region. The humanitarian crisis prompted international calls for ceasefires, leading to a temporary agreement in November 2023, which allowed for hostage exchanges and humanitarian aid, reflecting ongoing tensions and unresolved issues in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump says Hamas and Israel's ceasefire plan will release all remaining hostages in Gaza by Monday.
There are 47 hostages remaining in Gaza, with 26 confirmed deceased.
Among the living, many are young men, while women and children were released in earlier agreements.
Foreign nationals, including Nepali student Bipin Joshi, are still held, while concerns persist about recovering remains for some deceased hostages.

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