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Historic Day for Gaza Peace Plan as Key Countries Agree to Monitor Ceasefire

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Sir Keir Starmer hailed the agreement as a "historic day" as key countries including the US, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey agreed to monitor the ceasefire in Gaza. The Prime Minister met with US President Donald Trump and fellow negotiators in Sharm El Sheikh, where the deal was signed after all 20 remaining Israeli hostages were released by Hamas. The agreement calls for an international force to secure security inside Gaza, with the Israeli military maintaining a defensive presence along the border.

Key Takeaways:

  • The agreement was signed by the US, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, with Sir Keir Starmer representing the UK.
  • 20 Israeli hostages were released by Hamas as part of the deal, followed by the release of over 1,900 prisoners and detainees.
  • The agreement calls for an international force, comprised largely of troops from Arab and Muslim countries, to secure security inside Gaza.
  • The Israeli military will maintain a defensive presence along the border, with no plans for British troops to be part of the multinational force.
  • Sir Keir Starmer held meetings with leaders in Sharm El Sheikh, discussing the role the UK could play in monitoring the ceasefire.
  • Former Prime Minister Tony Blair, who met with the Palestinian Authority, was mentioned as a potential candidate for the peace board chaired by President Trump.

Statistics:

  • 20 Israeli hostages were released by Hamas as part of the ceasefire deal.
  • Over 1,900 prisoners and detainees were released, including 250 people serving life sentences.
  • The Israeli military will continue to operate defensively from the roughly 50% of Gaza it still controls.
  • Tens of thousands of Israelis watched the hostage transfers at public screenings across the country.

Sources:

  • PA Wire: "Sir Keir Starmer hailed a 'historic day' as key countries agreed President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan"
  • The Guardian: "Donald Trump and Arab leaders shake hands over Gaza peace plan"
  • BBC News: "Gaza: Hamas releases 20 hostages in ceasefire deal"
  • AP News: "Twins Gali and Ziv Berman hug after being released by Hamas"

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