"Why it matters: Ending the war in Gaza was one of Trump's key campaign promises, and the agreement announced on Wednesday is the biggest diplomatic achievement of his second term. What he's saying: Trump told Axios he'd just had a "great" call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. "He is so happy. He should be. It is a great achievement. The whole world has come together to reach this deal, including countries that were enemies," Trump said."
"According to the deal, the remaining Israeli hostages - 20 of whom are believed to be alive - will be released between now and Monday. Trump's visit would coincide with that long-awaited moment in Israel. The deal also calls on Israeli troops in Gaza to conduct a partial withdrawal, and for Israel to release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and detainees. Thorny issues such as the process for disarming Hamas and the future governing structure of Gaza still need to be finalized."
Trump secured a diplomatic agreement aimed at ending the war in Gaza, framing it as a major achievement of his second term and a key campaign promise fulfilled. He described a "great" call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who extended an invitation for Trump to address the Knesset; Trump said he would go if invited. The White House indicated travel could occur after a Friday physical exam. The deal schedules the release of remaining Israeli hostages—about 20 believed alive—between now and Monday, calls for a partial Israeli troop withdrawal, and foresees release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. Remaining challenges include disarming Hamas and deciding Gaza's future governance.
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