Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement to end the 15-month war in Gaza, U.S. President Joe Biden and Qatar’s Prime Minister announced Wednesday. The deal includes a ceasefire, increased humanitarian aid, and the exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners.
President Biden described the agreement as a vital step toward peace, noting it aligns with a proposal he presented in May 2024. The deal, brokered by Egypt and Qatar with U.S. support, comes days before U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration.
