Israel’s military-political cabinet approved an agreement with Hamas on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said.
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“After considering all aspects: political, security and humanitarian, and based on the understanding that the proposed deal contributes to the achievement of war objectives, the commission of ministers on national security (military-political cabinet) recommended that the government approve the proposed plan,” the statement said.
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The Israeli government will meet later on Friday to approve the agreement.
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The parties to the conflict in the Gaza Strip – Israel and the Hamas movement – with the mediation of Qatar, Egypt and the United States, agreed on a ceasefire from January 19, the first stage of the truce will last 42 days.
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The first stage of the transaction involves:
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the release of 33 Israeli hostages in exchange for approximately a thousand Palestinian prisoners;
the withdrawal of Israeli troops to the borders of the Gaza Strip, although for now they will remain within their borders;
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humanitarian aid supplies – up to 600 trucks per day, including 50 with fuel;
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Palestinians will receive 200 thousand tents and 60 thousand mobile homes.
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On the 16th day of the truce, Israel and Hamas pledged to begin negotiations on the second stage of the deal, which would presumably include the release of the remaining hostages, a permanent ceasefire and a complete withdrawal of Israeli troops.
