President Joe Biden delivered remarks from Charleston, South Carolina, addressing the start of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal. The announcement follows the release of an initial group of three hostages by Hamas this morning and the withdrawal of the Israel Defense Forces from multiple locations in southern and northern Gaza, as confirmed by Israeli military officials.
The ceasefire and hostage deal, brokered by Biden's team over several months, marks a significant step towards de-escalating the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Throughout the negotiations, the incoming Trump administration team was kept informed about the progress and final details of the agreement.
