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The United States has informed the guarantor countries of the Gaza peace agreement about intelligence data regarding Hamas's preparation for a new attack against the civilian population. This would be considered a serious violation of the agreements, jeopardizing the significant progress achieved through international mediation.
US Vice President J. D. Vance and special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Israel next week to discuss the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire agreements. Witkoff will also discuss the return of hostage remains, while Israel accuses Hamas of using them as bargaining chips.
Hamas militants seized the Jordanian field hospital in Gaza after a shootout, regaining control of the area. Israel and local residents consider the hospital a long-standing stronghold of Islamists, using it as an operational base with a tunnel.
Washington and Riyadh are negotiating a strategic defense agreement that could be concluded during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to the White House in November. Saudi Arabia is interested in guarantees similar to the US agreement with Qatar, which considers an attack on Qatar a threat to the US.
European leaders are trying to find a place at the negotiating table after Putin's contact with Trump threatens to nullify their efforts to increase pressure on Russia over the war in Ukraine. Trump said he would hold a second summit with Putin in Budapest after lengthy telephone conversations.
US President Trump stated that the US and Israel will intervene if Hamas continues to kill people in Gaza. This was not part of the agreement, and they will have no choice but to intervene.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz threatens to resume hostilities if Hamas does not hand over all bodies of deceased hostages. Hamas states it cannot retrieve more bodies without special equipment, but American advisors claim Hamas intends to fulfill the agreement.
US President Donald Trump said he might allow Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resume military action in Gaza if Hamas does not adhere to the ceasefire agreement. Trump noted that Israeli forces could return to the streets "as soon as I say the word."
US President Donald Trump's special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, denied reports of his resignation. He stated that he continues to serve the president, calling reports of his resignation "100% fake news."
The Israeli military stated that one of the four bodies handed over by Hamas as part of the ceasefire agreement does not belong to any of the held hostages. This body does not match any of the known hostages based on examinations by Israel's National Institute of Forensic Medicine.
Thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched in Udine ahead of the World Cup qualifier between Italy and Israel, demanding Israel's ban from FIFA. The protest ended in clashes with police, despite the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hoped for a peaceful next stage of the agreement with Hamas, but under Donald Trump's conditions. Hamas must give up its weapons and demilitarize, otherwise "real hell will break loose."
Brutal clashes erupted in several areas of Gaza between Hamas and rival factions. The incident, which occurred after the withdrawal of Israeli troops, likely ended with the public execution of eight people.
Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the cover of Time magazine, calling his photograph "the worst ever. " The cover also featured headlines about settling the war in Gaza.
On October 13, Hamas released Ukrainian Maksym Kharkin, who was captured on October 7, 2023. He arrived at the Sheba Medical Center in Tel HaShomer.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomes the release of the last group of Israeli hostages, who were held by the Hamas group for more than two years. Ukraine supports international efforts to resolve the Middle East conflict and hopes for similar pressure on Russia to end the war.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi called the peace agreement of American guarantor Donald Trump the "last chance" for peace in the region, affirming the Palestinians' right to an independent state. El-Sisi also awarded Trump the Order of the Nile, the country's highest civilian honor.
US President Donald Trump and the leaders of Egypt and Turkey posed for a photo in front of a "PEACE 2025" sign after signing a peace agreement on Gaza. Trump announced the end of the war in Gaza and insisted on Hamas's adherence to the agreement.
US President Donald Trump signed a peace agreement for Gaza in Sharm el-Sheikh, calling it historic and one that would prevent World War III. The agreement was also signed by the leaders of Egypt and Turkey.
Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Washington on October 17. The meeting will follow two phone calls during which military support and ways to end the war with Russia were discussed.
Donald Trump said that his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, had a five-hour meeting with Vladimir Putin, although only 20 minutes were planned. Witkoff, who knew little about Russia and Putin, said he discussed "many interesting things."
Israel released 1968 Palestinian prisoners and detainees, some sent to the West Bank, others to the Gaza Strip. This was in exchange for the return of 20 live hostages held by Hamas.
US President Donald Trump said that after the Israel-Hamas war, his team should focus on the war in Ukraine. After that, he proposes to conclude a peace agreement with Iran, considering it an easy task.
Benjamin Netanyahu refused to participate in the peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh due to the holiday of Shmini Atzeret-Simchat Torah. He thanked US President Donald Trump for the invitation but did not mention Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
The Israel Defense Forces and the Israel Security Agency confirmed the handover of the second group of 13 released Hamas hostages. In total, 20 people have been handed over to Israel, completing the release of all planned hostages.
US President Donald Trump, while in Israel, announced the end of the war in Gaza. He insists that Hamas adhere to the terms of the agreement.
A second group of 13 hostages is returning to Israel after being handed over to the Red Cross, bringing the total number of those released by Hamas to 20. Israeli media confirm the transfer of hostages in southern Gaza.
The Israel Defense Forces announced that the first seven hostages captured on October 7, 2023, have been handed over to Hamas. Another 13 people will be released during the day.
Oil prices rose after hitting a five-month low, as investors hope for talks between the US and Chinese presidents. This could ease trade tensions between the world's two largest economies.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared victory in the war, calling it a historic event. He warned that the military campaign was not yet over, as enemies were preparing a new attack on the country.