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Hostages and "Hostages"

There is no moral equivalence between the hostages released by Hamas and the prisoners released by Israel.

Reason

Israelis and Palestinians celebrate as truce brings hope of ‘era of peace’

UN warns Gaza still needs ‘lifesaving aid’ as world leaders gather in Sharm el-Sheikh to discuss 20-point proposal

The Guardian - UK

Trump’s peace pursuit leaves Mike Johnson holding the bag amid US government shutdown

NEWS ANALYSIS: Trump is the only figure who can unify Republicans in Congress. Without him, the House Speaker is sputtering, Eric Garcia writes

The Independent UK

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Trump vows lasting peace in Middle East and talks rebuilding Gaza as he signs Egypt accord — but offers few details

Signing caps off a day-long victory lap for Trump as Israeli hostages were freed after two years of Hamas captivity

The Independent UK

CNN’s Christiane Amanpour says she ‘regrets’ claiming Israeli hostages were ‘probably’ treated better than Gazans

CNN’s chief international anchor said hostages may have been treated better because Hamas used them as ‘pawns’

The Independent UK

Trump sets sights on peace with Iran as he hails ‘end of Gaza war’

In speech to Israeli Knesset hours after hostages released, US president spoke of ‘historic dawn of new Middle East’

The Guardian - UK

‘How long we dreamt of this day’: Joy and pain as families reunite across Israel and Palestine

ON THE GROUND: As Donald Trump claims ‘Holy Land is finally at peace’ in bombastic Knesset speech, Bel Trew in Tel Aviv, Rateb al-Qaissy in Ramallah and Nedal Hamdouna in Gaza witness very different homecomings for Israelis and Palestinians freed in deal

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Egyptian president says Trump's plan on Gaza is 'last chance' for peace in region

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and US President Donald Trump co-chaired a peace summit in Egypt's Sharm el Sheikh on Monday on Gaza's future and the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

Euronews

Sir Keir Starmer hails ‘historic day’ as Gaza peace plan is signed

The Prime Minister said the UK could use its experience with Northern Ireland to help monitor the ceasefire.

Evening Standard

A victory lap for Trump – but the beginning of the end for Netanyahu

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: There is cause for jubilation as the last Israeli hostages return to their families, but much of the back-slapping is presumptuous – and Israel’s prime minister deserves no credit for what has been achieved

The Independent UK

Trump takes centre stage as questions linger over UK’s role in Gaza ceasefire

While some question UK’s ‘key’ role in negotiations, others claim British influence was significant

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on peace in Gaza: the relief is real, but Trump’s promise of a ‘golden age’ rings hollow

Editorial: Hostage and prisoner releases are bringing joy to families. But there is no guarantee that the ceasefire will end Palestinian suffering

The Guardian - UK

‘I’m shaking all over’: hugs, tears and relief in Israel as Gaza hostages return

On a powerfully emotional day, 20 Israelis went home, hundreds of Palestinians were freed from prison and Trump had his perfectly scripted moment

The Guardian - UK

Gazan Aussies doubt peace as leaders praise Trump

As Jewish Australians celebrate the release of Israeli hostages, Palestinian Australians are doubtful about long-term peace, fearing further Israeli reprisals.

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The Independent UK

Israeli hostage forced to dig own grave by Hamas reunited with his family after two years

Evyatar David endured 738 days in captivity after being taken hostage at the Nova music festival on October 7

International Business Times UK

Gaza Ceasefire Update: Palestinian Journalist Who Celebrated Hamas Oct 7 Attack Killed in Violent Clash

After the Gaza ceasefire was announced, a clash between Hamas and the militia occurred, killing dozens of civilians. Among them was a Palestinian journalist.

The Independent UK

‘All we see is destruction’: Palestinians pulling bodies from the rubble of Gaza fear the fragile ceasefire will not last

As aid trickles in, families reunite and people return to their homes, citizens of Gaza tell The Independent that they are still in danger

International Business Times

'Historic Dawn': Trump Takes Victory Lap In Israel

As Donald Trump savoured the cheers of Israeli lawmakers it was a moment of triumph for the US president -- and as usual he made the most of it.

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Evening Standard

Trump hails 'historic' Gaza deal at peace summit with world leaders: 'Prayers of millions have been answered'

Donald Trump has hailed his “historic” peace deal between Israel and Hamas, which saw hundreds of hostages and prisoners released earlier today.

The Independent UK

Trump brings state of daughter Ivanka and Jared Kushner’s marriage into his Israeli parliament address on Gaza peace

Trump’s son-in-law played pivotal role in securing ceasefire after two years of war in Gaza

Euronews

Hamas crackdown in Gaza leaves dozens dead amid power struggle

Hamas's operation in Gaza City over the weekend killed 32 people, targeting a rival clan. Despite the ceasefire with Israel, tensions remain high with multiple skirmishes reported over the past 10 days.

International Business Times

'New Birth': Palestinians Freed From Israeli Jails Return To Loved Ones

With huge crowds waiting to welcome them home, Palestinian prisoners released by Israel on Monday under a Gaza ceasefire deal were overwhelmed with joy as they returned to their loved ones.

The Guardian - UK

Hamas deploys armed fighters and police across parts of Gaza

Group targets ‘collaborators and traitors’ in move that raises concerns for disarmament considered crucial to ceasefire deal

Reason

All 20 Surviving Hostages Freed

Plus: Luigi Mangione and the death penalty, LLMs and their gambling addictions, and more...

Evening Standard

OPINION - One man made peace possible; it was Donald Trump

This is only the beginning of the peace and much remains to be done, but it’s still a remarkable feat

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