US President Donald Trump on Saturday announced that Israel has agreed to an "initial withdrawal line" in Gaza, which has also been shared with Hamas, setting the stage for a potential ceasefire and prisoner exchange in the two-year-old conflict. Trump said in a post on Truth Social, “After negotiations, Israel has agreed to the initial withdrawal line, which we have shown to, and shared with, Hamas. When Hamas confirms, the Ceasefire will be IMMEDIATELY effective, the Hostages and Prisoner Exchange will begin, and we will create the conditions for the next phase of withdrawal, which will bring us close to the end of this 3,000 YEAR CATASTROPHE. Thank you for your attention to this matter and, STAY TUNED!” The announcement comes just hours after Israeli Prime Minister Benjami
Gaza peace deal to a close? Donald Trump claims Israel agrees to 'initial withdrawal line'; hints at immediate ceasefire

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