Prisoner release agreed between Israel and Hamas
US says all Israeli hostages would be freed in return for Palestinian prisoners.
After intense negotiations in Egypt, Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire agreement on the first phase of a peace plan for Gaza, raising hopes of an end to two years of war. The breakthrough was announced by President Trump who called it a great day for the world. He said Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement for the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Israel is set to withdraw from parts of Gaza.
The Gen Z movement behind protests in Madagascar have said they will not take part in talks with the President and his government. In a bid to quell the protests - embattled President Andry Rajoelina fired his cabinet, appointed a new prime minister, and announced plans for a national dialogue with various groups. We hear from the former President of Madagascar, Marc Ravalomanana.
And the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ has obtained exclusive access to the Norwegian commimittee that awards the Nobel peace prize. We have a report from Oslo looking ahead to Friday's 125th Nobel Peace Prize.
Presenters: James Copnall and Pria Rai.
(Photo: People react to news that Israel and Hamas have agreed on Wednesday to the first phase of U.S. President Donald Trump's plan for Gaza, at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv. Credit: Reuters TV via Reuters).
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