Gaza peace deal live updates: Gaza cease-fire deal signed in Egypt summit; Trump praises media and ‘tough people’

Red cross receives two more coffins of deceased hostages in Gaza

The IDF confirms the Red Cross has received two additional coffins of deceased abductees from Hamas, joining two others already in Gaza.

MEA Kirti Vardhan Singh meets US President Trump at Sharm El-Sheikh summit

Trump praises media and leaders ahead of Gaza ceasefire signing

US President Donald Trump on Monday commended news coverage of the Gaza ceasefire, calling it “fair” after often criticizing the media. Speaking at a peace summit in Egypt alongside world leaders, he lauded the efforts of Qatar, Turkey, and Egypt in brokering the deal.

Trump described the participating leaders as “among the most powerful countries in the world” and highlighted their toughness. He added, “I like the tough people better than I like the soft, easy ones. I don’t know what the hell that is.”

Trump also noted the financial backing behind the agreement, praising the wealth and influence of those supporting the deal.

Leaders gather with Trump at Sharm El-Sheikh Gaza summit

After opening the Gaza peace summit in Egypt with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, US President Donald Trump greeted attendees and posed for photos with several world leaders.

Trump arrives in Egypt to co-chair Gaza peace summit

US President Donald Trump landed in Sharm El-Sheikh on Monday to co-chair a high-level summit on Gaza. Over two dozen world leaders are attending the meeting following his brief visit to Israel.

Modi hails hostage release, credits Trump and Netanyahu for peace efforts

Trump heads to Sharm el-Sheikh summit as world leaders gather to finalize Gaza peace deal

Over 20 leaders, including Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, and Recep Tayyip Erdogan, are meeting in Egypt as Trump arrives late from Israel to co-lead the summit with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. The meeting aims to finalize a Gaza peace agreement, though Hamas has yet to approve all elements of Trump’s 20-point plan.

Israel transfers 1,968 Palestinian prisoners under ceasefire deal

The Israeli prison service has transferred 1,968 Palestinian prisoners and detainees as part of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. One group was moved from Ofer prison to other locations in the occupied West Bank, while the second group was transferred from Ketziot prison to Kerem Shalom at the Gaza border. Prisoners were escorted by Israeli prison officers with police assistance, the service said in a statement.

Trump urges Israeli President to pardon Netanyahu during Knesset address

US President Donald Trump called on Israeli President Isaac Herzog to consider pardoning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces multiple corruption charges. Speaking to the Knesset, Trump said, “By the way, that was not in the speech… but it just seems to make so much sense.”

Trump says 'the world is loving Israel again' ahead of Egypt summit

US President Donald Trump praised Israel during his Knesset address, saying, “The world is loving Israel again.” He highlighted the ongoing efforts to build lasting peace and expressed hope that more countries in the region will join the Abraham Accords. Trump also mentioned his upcoming meetings at the Sharm el-Sheikh summit, where around 20 world leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, will discuss a long-term peace deal between Israel and Hamas.

Trump highlights US role in Middle East peace, eyes deal with Iran

US President Donald Trump told the Knesset that Israel “with our help, has won all they can” and emphasized that it’s now time for peace and prosperity across the Middle East. He noted that a deal with Iran would be possible thanks to earlier US strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear sites. Trump also joked about running late for his upcoming trip to Egypt after lengthy Knesset speeches.

Only four deceased hostages to be returned today, forum says

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum reported that only four of the 28 deceased hostages held by Hamas will be returned today, calling it a “blatant breach” of the ceasefire agreement and urging immediate action to enforce its terms.

Trump credits military support for peace, says 'long and painful nightmare is finally over'

SUS President Donald Trump addressed the Israeli Knesset, saying that weapons supplied to Israel helped make the country “strong and powerful,” which ultimately led to peace. He called the return of hostages “very exciting” and hailed the moment as the end of a “long and painful nightmare” for Israelis, Palestinians, and others in the region.

Trump also thanked his team, including Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, for their roles in achieving the outcome. He described the period as a historic moment for Israel and the Middle East.

Trump says his personality is 'all about stopping wars'

US President Donald Trump told the Israeli Knesset that his personality and leadership focus on “stopping wars” and promoting peace.

Trump’s Knesset speech interrupted by heckler, Left-Wing lawmaker removed

Trump hails 'historic dawn' in Middle East, praises Netanyahu during Knesset address

US President Donald Trump addressed the Israeli Knesset, describing the moment as “the historic dawn of a new Middle East” and highlighting the promise of lasting peace in the region.

“This is not only the end of a war,” Trump said. “It's the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what will soon be a truly magnificent region.”

Speaking about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he remarked, “He is not the easiest guy to deal with, but that is what makes him great. That's what makes him good. Thank you very much Bibi, great job.”

Trump added that generations from now, this day will be remembered as the beginning of meaningful and positive change in the Middle East.

Netanyahu hails 'amazing victories,' credits Trump in parliament address

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed parliament, calling Israel’s recent actions “amazing victories” while acknowledging the high cost of the conflict. “We have paid a high price for this war, but our enemies now understand just how powerful and just how determined Israel is,” he said.

Netanyahu highlighted the successful return of all hostages, saying, “Today, with the indispensable help, the determined and focused help, the unremitting help of President Trump and his team, and with the incredible sacrifice and courage of the soldiers of Israel, we are fulfilling that promise.”

Israel to nominate Trump for Nobel peace prize next year

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana announced that Israel will rally global leaders to nominate US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize next year. Speaking on the Gaza ceasefire, Ohana praised Trump, saying, “There is no one more deserving than you,” and reaffirmed Israel’s intention to submit the nomination for the prize Trump has long sought but did not receive last week.

Netanyahu says, 'I am committed to this peace'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised US President Donald Trump during his address to the Knesset, calling him the “greatest friend Israel has ever had in the White House.” He added, “I am committed to this peace,” underscoring Israel’s dedication to ongoing diplomatic efforts in the region.

Netanyahu thanks Trump for role in hostage release during Knesset address

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised US President Trump for aiding the release of all surviving Israeli hostages, earning cheers from lawmakers in the Knesset.

Israel welcomes home final 20 hostages freed by Hamas

Israel announced that the last 20 living hostages released by Hamas had safely returned to the country, with the Foreign Ministry welcoming them home in a post on X saying, “Welcome home.”

 IDF confirms 13 hostages handed over to red cross, en route to forces

The IDF and Israel Security Agency (ISA) confirmed that, according to the Red Cross, 13 hostages have been handed over into their custody. The group is now being transported to IDF and ISA forces in the Gaza Strip as part of the ongoing hostage release operation.

Trump arrives at Israeli parliament for speech

Trump arrives at Israeli parliament for speech. "This is a great day, this is a new beginning," he said.

Palestinian president Abbas to attend Gaza summit, says Macron

Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas will attend the summit on Gaza that will take place in Egypt later Monday, French President Emmanuel Macron said according to AFP.

The summit, co-chaired by US President Donald Trump and Egypt's Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, will see more than 20 leaders gather to mark the Gaza ceasefire and the return of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.

Abbas is a rival of Hamas, whose attack on Israel on October 7, 2023 sparked the war in Gaza. Neither Israel nor Hamas will be represented at the summit.

Steadily progressing: EAM Jaishankar stresses dialogue & 'positive approach' to Canadian FM Anita Anand

EAM S Jaishankar, in his opening remarks at a meeting with Canadian FM Anita Anand, says, “Our meeting today continues the constructive dialogues that we have over phone calls. India-Canada bilateral relations have been steadily progressing in the last two months. We are working to restore mechanisms. As PM Modi mentioned in his meeting with the Canadian Prime Minister, India's approach is to move forward with a positive approach. This morning, you met the PM personally…”

Gaza ceasefire live: Red cross on it's way to receive more hostages, says IDF

Gaza ceasefire live: Trump lands in Tel Aviv

US President Donald Trump has just arrived in Israel as the hostage release process is underway. Air Force One has landed at Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv after a lengthy flight from Washington.

‘We have been waiting for you. We embrace you’: Netanyahu’s personal note for Israeli hostages

The Israeli hostages released by Hamas will be greeted by welcome kits, which include a personal note from the Israeli PM and his wife Sara, Netanyahu’s office posted on X. “On behalf of the entire people of Israel, welcome back! We have been waiting for you. We embrace you. Sara and Benjamin Netanyahu,” reads the note.

Gaza ceasefire live: Seven hostages on their way to IDF

Hamas hands over first seven Israeli hostages to Red Cross as Gaza peace deal set to be signed today

In line with the Gaza ceasefire agreement, Israel announced on Monday that Hamas has handed over the first seven hostages to the Red Cross, the Associated Press reports.

Israeli military says Red Cross on way to pick up first Gaza hostages: AFP

A Red Cross convoy is on its way to pick up a first batch of Israeli hostages to be freed by Hamas as part of a Gaza ceasefire deal, the Israeli military said Monday.

An army statement said the handover would take place at "a meeting point in the northern Gaza Strip where several hostages will be transferred".

"The IDF is prepared to receive additional hostages who are expected to be transferred to the Red Cross later on," it added after Hamas's armed wing published a list of 20 surviving hostages it intends to release.

Hamas publishes a list of over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners it says will be released in truce

Hamas on Monday published list of over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners it said will be released in Israel-Hamas war ceasefire. The release comes after the militant group offered a list of the 20 living hostages it would release as part of the deal.

The International Committee of the Red Cross is expected to oversee the releases.

The ceasefire, which began noon Friday (0900 GMT), is aimed at winding down the deadliest and most destructive war ever fought between Israel and the Hamas militant group. - AP

Fire breaks out at several automobile spare parts shops in Mumbai's Kurla area

Trump claims tariffs ended India-Pakistan conflict 'in 24 hours'

US president Donald Trump says, "Tariffs have given us diplomatic and negotiating strength. I settled a few wars just based on tariffs, such as India-Pakistan and it got settled in 24 hours."

US ambassador-designate Sergio Gor meets Commerce Secretary Agrawal

US ambassador-designate Sergio Gor on Sunday held talks with Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal on India-US economic ties with the two sides looking at ways to firm up a trade deal.