Hamas Plans Hostage Release Under Trump's Gaza Peace Deal

US President Donald Trump proposed a Gaza Peace Plan that was backed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and has received a positive response from Hamas, which agreed to release all Israeli hostages captured during the October 7, 2023 attacks and expressed readiness to hand over power to other Palestinian authorities. This development has drawn widespread international attention and support, with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas welcoming the progress and emphasizing the need for a complete ceasefire, release of hostages, delivery of humanitarian aid, and reconstruction, asserting Palestinian sovereignty over Gaza. France and Germany have strongly supported the ceasefire plan, praising the potential for peace and the release of hostages, while India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi also welcomed the progress and praised Trump's leadership. The announcement has generated hope for an end to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, which has resulted in a death toll exceeding 67,000, despite continued violence in some areas. The international community continues to call for an immediate cessation of hostilities and support for lasting peace efforts in the region.