Mideast mediators Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey have assured Washington that Hamas will agree to a gradual disarmament plan that would begin with the terror group giving up its heavy weaponry and the launch of a “buy-back” programme for lighter weapons.

Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff announces launch of Gaza peace plan second phase

Emphasising on Hamas disarmament, Netanyahu said, “I think it’s important to make sure that Hamas complies not only with the ceasefire, but also with their commitment which they undertook to disarm and have Gaza demilitarise.”

‘Gaza peace plan first phase nearly complete, Hamas must disarm in next,’ says Netanyahu

Activists have raised alarm over the need for urgent reconstruction in Gaza as more than 80 per cent of the structures in the region have been damaged and destroyed, including schools and hospitals.

US military to divide Gaza into ‘green zone’ and ‘red zone’? Here’s what report claims

Under the ceasefire deal brokered by US President Donald Trump between Israel and Hamas, a coalition of mainly Arab and Muslim powers is expected to deploy troops in the war-torn territory.

‘We will determine our fate’: Netanyahu declares Israel needs no approval to strike its enemies

Trump has demanded that Hamas quickly return the bodies of 13 hostages, including two Americans, warning that failure could prompt action from regional partners. 

'I'm watching': Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Hamas to return remains of Israeli hostages

US President Donald Trump has insisted that the Gaza ceasefire remains in place despite Israeli strikes on Hamas targets, calling reported breaches the work of “rebels within.” He said the situation “will be handled toughly, but properly.”

Trump insists Gaza ceasefire still in place despite fresh Israeli strikes, blames 'rebels within' for violations

Israel  launched fresh strikes against Hamas targets in southern Gaza in response to the ceasefire violations by the Palestinian militant group earlier today. 

Israel to resume ‘renewed enforcement’ of Gaza ceasefire - after striking Strip and pausing aid

Hamas’ armed wing denied the Israeli accusations by reaffirming its commitment to the ceasefire agreement, adding that it was unaware of the recent clashes in Rafah.

Netanyahu orders ‘strong action’ against militant targets in Gaza over ceasefire violation, Hamas denies accusations

Meanwhile, Israel on Sunday returned the bodies of 15 Palestinians to Gaza, bringing the total number to 150, Gaza’s health ministry said. 

‘Bold violation’: Israel launches strikes in Gaza as it accuses Hamas of breaching ceasefire

Hamas denied US claims that it was planning an attack on Gaza civilians. Washington said it had “credible reports” of a ceasefire breach. Tensions rise as both sides trade accusations. The Palestinian militants, however, are calling the warning "false" and Israeli propaganda.

Gaza ceasefire at risk? US warns of Hamas attack on civilians, militants call claim false say 'we categorically deny it'

The US claims it has “credible reports” that Hamas was planning an imminent attack on civilians in Gaza — a move it warned would be a “grave violation” of the fragile ceasefire that recently ended nearly two years of war.

US warns Hamas planning ‘imminent attack’ on Gaza civilians, calls it grave ceasefire violation

'Does not match': Israel says one body returned by Hamas is NOT a hostage

NY mayoral front-runner Zohran Mamdani welcomed the Gaza ceasefire as a "glimmer of hope" but called for ending Israeli "occupation and apartheid." He urged changes in U.S. policy on Gaza, while his allies at DSA criticized the ceasefire and condemned Israeli actions as “genocide.”

'Our tax dollars have funded a genocide': Zohran Mamdani reacts to Gaza ceasefire, condemns Israel and US admin's actions

Trump praised Netanyahu for ending the Gaza war during his Knesset speech, but couldn’t resist roasting him. He joked Bibi “isn’t easy” and could “be a little nicer now,” while also urging Israel’s president to pardon Netanyahu over corruption cases.

Could 'be a little nicer': Trump hails Netanyahu as ‘hero’ of Gaza ceasefire — then roasts him about…

Gaza ceasefire LIVE: After almost two years of war, peace may soon return to Gaza. Today (Oct 13), Hamas and Israel will begin exchanging hostages and prisoners as leaders from around 20 nations, including US President Donald Trump, meet in Egypt for a peace summit. LIVE updates here.

Gaza peace summit HIGHLIGHTS: 'I think Pakistan and India are going to live very nicely together', says Trump

Trump declares ‘war is over in Gaza’ as he departs for peace mission to Israel, Egypt. He says both sides gave “verbal guarantees” to uphold the ceasefire and that “they won’t want to disappoint me.” Read full story.

Trump declares 'war is over in Gaza' ahead of peace summit in Egypt

Dozens of aid trucks entered Gaza as the Israel-Hamas ceasefire held on Sunday (Oct 12). The US-brokered truce allows free movement of humanitarian aid across Gaza. Pictures here.

In Pics: After almost two years of war, aid finally flows into Gaza

A senior Hamas official also stated that it is ready to fight back if Israel resumes war in the territory.

‘Will not be involved’: Hamas to skip Gaza peace deal signing? Warns Israel against ‘aggression’

Thousands of staff operated throughout the night to implement the government’s decision. Under the deal, Israel has to release 250 prisoners, including some serving life sentences for deadly attacks. In exchange, Hamas has to hand over 48 remaining Israeli hostages—living and dead.

Israel moves Palestinian prisoners ahead of their release under Gaza ceasefire deal

The US president has indicated that the issue of Hamas surrendering its weapons would be addressed in the second phase of the peace plan.

‘Weapons handover out of question’: Hamas official says disarmament ‘not negotiable’ despite ceasefire in Gaza

The US military will coordinate with a multinational taskforce that will comprise troops from Egypt, Qatar, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. The team will be deployed in Gaza to oversee post-war stabilisation.

‘No US boots on ground in Gaza’: CENTCOM chief confirms as troops arrive in Israel

Tensions escalate in the Israel-Gaza conflict as large explosions are reported following an IDF airstrike on a community kitchen in Gaza. Casualties are being assessed as the humanitarian impact draws global concern.

Israel-Gaza War: Large explosions heard as IDF strikes Gaza's community kitchen

Trump expresses uncertainty about the Gaza ceasefire's stability as he prepares to host Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Donald Trump doubts Gaza ceasefire will hold ahead of Netanyahu meeting

World | Israel wanted Yehud, who is a civilian, to be among the hostages who were released on Saturday (Jan 25), but Hamas instead released four female Israeli soldiers.

Israel blocks Gazans from entering north until hostage Arbel Yehud's release is arranged