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Hamas Releases Key Points of Gaza Ceasefire Agreement

Gaza Ceasefire: Hamas Outlines Key Steps Towards Peace

A ⁣fragile ‍peace ‌takes hold in Gaza as Hamas, via⁣ its official website,⁢ revealed key details‌ of the ceasefire agreement on Thursday, January 23rd. This agreement, brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States, outlines a phased approach⁤ to de-escalation and prisoner ‍exchange, offering a glimmer ⁢of hope for a lasting resolution to the conflict.

The first phase,‌ a 42-day ceasefire, commenced last Sunday and⁤ focuses on immediate steps to ease tensions ‍and facilitate the return of displaced ⁤persons. Hamas has stipulated that⁤ on the seventh day of‍ the agreement (January⁣ 25th, 2025), following the completion of a prisoner ​exchange and ⁣the Israeli Defense Forces’ (IDF) withdrawal from the Al-Rasheed coastal road area, internally displaced persons will be permitted to return north on foot. ​ This return will be unarmed and without inspection via Al-Rasheed ⁢Street, ensuring free movement ‌between ⁤southern⁣ and northern Gaza.

Furthermore, vehicles ⁤of all types will be allowed to return north of⁢ the⁣ Netsarim junction after inspection. ‍ On the 22nd day of the ceasefire, internally displaced persons will be allowed to return north via Salah al-Din Street, also without inspection. ‌These measures⁢ aim​ to‍ restore a‍ sense of normalcy for ‍Gazan⁢ civilians impacted by‌ the recent conflict.

The prisoner exchange⁢ is a critical component of the ceasefire agreement. Israeli media outlets, including the Jerusalem Post and Yedioth ​Ahronoth, reported that Israel expects to receive the names of‍ three ⁢female soldiers and one ⁤female‌ civilian held captive by Hamas in Gaza. These ​individuals are expected⁣ to be released on ‍Saturday, marking a significant step‌ towards rebuilding ⁤trust⁢ between the two sides. Yedioth Ahronoth​ further reported that the four female captives are expected to be handed over to the ​International Committee ‍of the Red Cross (ICRC) on⁤ Saturday afternoon, who will then transfer them to the IDF. One ⁤of the civilians expected to be released is Arbil Yehud.

Simultaneously, Israel⁣ anticipates ⁢receiving a comprehensive list from Hamas detailing the remaining 33 prisoners, both living and deceased, to be released in the first phase of the exchange. ​ Israeli estimates suggest that at least 25 of ​these 33 individuals⁤ are still alive. This exchange follows the release of‍ 90 Palestinian prisoners by Israel⁤ earlier this week, all from the occupied West Bank, including Jerusalem, in exchange for the‌ release of​ three Israeli female⁢ captives.‌ This initial exchange‌ signifies⁢ a commitment to the ceasefire and lays the groundwork for further negotiations.

The subsequent phases ⁣of ⁢the ceasefire agreement will involve further ‌negotiations to address​ the underlying issues fueling the conflict. While the details⁣ of these ⁣phases⁤ remain ⁤to ⁣be determined, the ⁣current ceasefire and prisoner exchange represent a crucial first step towards a more sustainable peace in⁤ Gaza. The international community, including ​the mediating parties, will ⁤play a vital role in supporting these ongoing ​negotiations and ensuring the agreement’s successful implementation. The hope remains that⁣ this fragile peace can be nurtured and developed into a⁢ lasting resolution, bringing much-needed‌ stability and security​ to the region. Resources like the United Nations Relief‍ and Works Agency ​for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) https://www.unrwa.org/ continue to provide ​vital humanitarian assistance to those affected ⁣by the conflict. ⁤ The international community must continue to support these efforts and work towards a just and lasting peace for all.

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