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Full text: Trump brokered Israel Hamas ceasefire agreement

The Oct 9 ceasefire text sets phased steps for hostage releases, disarmament and postwar governance in Gaza and forms the basis for urgent humanitarian and diplomatic work across the region

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"we will disarm them 'perhaps violently'" — President Donald Trump

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Full text: Trump brokered Israel Hamas ceasefire agreement

The text of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has been published and outlines the terms agreed on Oct 9. The deal frames the immediate release of hostages and phases for wider postwar arrangements. The document is the basis for ongoing diplomatic and humanitarian steps.

Trump: Hamas told me they will disarm or face action

President Trump has issued forceful warnings aimed at enforcing the ceasefire's disarmament provisions. Officials repeated threats that Hamas must disarm or face U.S. action. The rhetoric raises questions about how enforcement would be carried out.

Hamas launches violent crackdown on rivals in Gaza

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Israel imposes new restrictions on Gaza aid over handover delays

Israel responded to slow returns of deceased hostages by tightening the flow of goods and keeping the Rafah crossing closed. Aid restrictions were announced as leverage to ensure compliance with the agreement. The measures threaten humanitarian operations in Gaza.

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