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There were scenes of jubilation and relief across Israel and among families of the hostages after the announcement of a breakthrough peace deal between Israel and Hamas, which includes the release of 48 Israeli captives.

The deal, described as the “first phase” of a broader ceasefire and peace plan, was brokered with the involvement of US President Donald Trump, who confirmed that the release could begin as early as Monday. The development sparked emotional celebrations from Tel Aviv to Washington DC, where families of the hostages gathered to express gratitude and hope.

“Yesterday, we gathered here in the “Sukkah of Hope” with the Trump administration and today President Trump has done it,” said one family representative in Wa

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