The machine is beginning to turn. The ceasefire agreed between Israel and Hamas, brokered with the direct involvement of President Trump, his envoy Steve Witkoff, and adviser Jared Kushner, has now formally taken effect. Hostages are not yet returned, but the mechanism for their release is in place. According to the agreement, Hamas must release all 20 living hostages within 72 hours. The countdown has begun.

Hamas must release all 20 living hostages within 72 hours. The countdown has begun

Israel is redeploying troops along new lines in accordance with the terms. American forces, around 200 personnel, are arriving in Israel to support a joint control centre intended to coordinate humanitarian logistics and the entry of international actors into Gaza. Crucially, these troops will not ent

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