Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday called it a “great day for Israel” after finalising an agreement to bring home hostages held by Hamas, following a US-brokered deal to end the war in Gaza.

In a post on X, Netanyahu said, “A great day for Israel. Tomorrow I will convene the government to approve the agreement and bring all our dear hostages home.”

He thanked Israel’s security forces for their efforts, saying, “I thank the heroic soldiers of the IDF and all the security forces, thanks to whose courage and sacrifice we have reached this day.”

Netanyahu also expressed gratitude to US President Donald Trump for his mediation efforts, adding, “I thank from the depths of my heart President Trump and his team for their mobilisation for this sacred mission of releasing our

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