Historic Ceasefire: A New Dawn for Gaza

Negotiators have reached a complex phased deal to end the Gaza war, outlining a six-week ceasefire with Israeli withdrawal and hostage exchange. Key players include the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt. The historic accord aims to halt 15 months of devastating conflict, bringing hope to the afflicted region.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 16-01-2025 01:06 IST | Created: 16-01-2025 01:06 IST
Historic Ceasefire: A New Dawn for Gaza

In a significant breakthrough, negotiators have secured a phased agreement to end the war in Gaza, as announced by the U.S. and Qatar. The conflict has raged for 15 months, claiming the lives of tens of thousands of Palestinians and exacerbating tensions in the Middle East.

The intricate deal lays out a six-week initial ceasefire, with plans for a gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza and reciprocal prisoner exchanges. Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani declared the ceasefire will commence on Sunday, expressing a commitment to work with involved parties for a smooth implementation of the accord.

This pivotal agreement is expected to relieve humanitarian crises in Gaza, where acute shortages of food, water, and fuel have plagued civilians. Amidst celebrations in Gaza and Tel Aviv, the success of this agreement is closely bound to the adept handling of ongoing negotiations among involved nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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