Gaza Ceasefire Reached.
Israel and Hamas on Thursday edged closer to ending their devastating two-year war, agreeing on the initial terms of a deal that could pave the way to an imminent cease-fire and bringing relief to the families of Israeli hostages and to two million Palestinians in Gaza.
The two sides were preparing for an exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners this weekend after reaching an agreement overnight, the culmination of sustained pressure from President Trump and Arab mediators. Mr. Trump suggested that he would travel to the region over the weekend, and Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, said he had invited him to address Israel’s Parliament.
David M. HalbfingerEphrat LivniAaron BoxermanAdam RasgonJohn YoonGabby Sobelman and Isabel Kershner ‘New York Times’
The conflict in the Middle East has raged for 2 years and the Global implications have been felt in every corner of society. The conflict may be coming to end in the near future if the cease fire holds and no major disruptions ensue. The World if finally breathing a little easier with high hopes this latest peace attempt will not turn into another failed promise to coexist in harmony.
