Hamas agrees to release its hostages as part of Trump’s Gaza plan

Geopolitical Developments - Hamas agreed to release remaining Israeli hostages in Gaza as a first step in President Trump's new plan to end the war [2] - Hamas agreed to hand over political control of the Gaza Strip [2] - A 20-point US plan aimed to end the war has gained global support [3] Hostage Situation - Approximately 50 of the 250 hostages abducted during the October 7th terror attacks remain in Gaza [3] - About 20 of the remaining hostages are believed to be alive [3] - Hamas agreed to release all hostages, living and dead, and aims to begin negotiations for transfer within 72 hours [5] Ceasefire and Negotiations - President Trump called on Israel to immediately stop bombing Gaza [3][6] - Arab states and Muslim-majority states have already agreed to this peace plan [6] Casualties - The death toll in Gaza has surpassed 60,000, according to the Hamas-run health ministry [4]