Global News Podcast Gaza ceasefire and hostage release agreed
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Oct 9, 2025 A groundbreaking ceasefire agreement has been reached between Israel and Hamas, paving the way for the release of hostages and thousands of Palestinian prisoners. Celebrations in Gaza reflect both joy and cautious hope, as communities yearn for an end to violence and access to essential aid. Families express mixed emotions, grappling with relief and lingering anger over the prolonged ordeal. The deal, finalized after intense negotiations involving multiple international mediators, marks a significant shift but leaves many vital details still to be clarified.
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First-Phase Deal Agreed In Egypt
- Israel and Hamas agreed a first-phase deal: a ceasefire, hostage releases, prisoner swaps and partial Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.
- The agreement follows intense negotiations in Egypt and is billed as a US-led initiative with broad mediator involvement.
Joy In Gaza Streets
- Gazans took to the streets dancing and chanting at news of a possible end to bombing.
- Journalist Sharon Haskell described relief at finally sleeping without bombs and drones.
Father Voices Relief And Fury
- Yehuda Cohen, father of hostage Nimrod, expressed mixed relief and sustained anger at political leaders.
- He blamed Benjamin Netanyahu for prolonging the war and worsening hostages' conditions.