Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on the first stage of a peace plan, as announced by Donald Trump on social media. The plan includes the release of all hostages, withdrawal of Israeli troops to an agreed line, and the sides moving towards lasting peace.
Trump noted that the hostage exchange should take place on Monday, October 13, and expressed his intent to visit Israel this week. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called a government meeting to ratify the agreement. Key points include a full ceasefire in Gaza, gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from 70% of Gaza territory, and a prisoner exchange. The signing of the agreement is expected in Cairo, Egypt, on October 9 at 12:00 local time.
The deal could influence Trump's nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize, sparking debate in Europe. Some fear negative US measures if Trump is not awarded. Trump also claims he could resolve the Russia-Ukraine war. Russian officials note broken contacts with the US regarding Ukraine and warn about consequences if weapons are supplied to Kyiv.
Meanwhile, in Europe, drone threats have increased: air defense manufacturers report more drone flights over facilities, and German police are set to be allowed to shoot down drones. EU leaders openly call this hybrid warfare by Russia against Europe.
