'This is a big day':Trump responds to Hamas agreeing to release hostages, pending conditions

Ceasefire Agreement & Key Principles - Hamas agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages, living and dead, a major demand from Israel [2][7] - Hamas agreed to cede administration of the Gaza Strip to an independent Palestinian body with Arab and Islamic support [3] - Hamas agreed to leave power in Gaza, fulfilling a key Israeli objective [7][9] Negotiation & Logistics - Hamas is ready to start immediate meetings to iron out details, though logistical challenges remain [6] - A Hamas official indicated logistical difficulties in immediately releasing hostages within 72 hours, citing Gaza's devastation and poor infrastructure [8] - Past ceasefires required time for Hamas to gather hostages and arrange handovers with the Red Cross [8] Geopolitical Factors - President Trump thanked Qatar, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, and others for their help in brokering the agreement [3] - President Trump called on Israel to immediately stop strikes in Gaza [11] Ongoing Conflict & Humanitarian Crisis - Strikes in Gaza intensified in the 24-48 hours leading up to the announcement, and continued even after President Trump's call for a halt [10][11] - Medical officials report at least 66,000 deaths in Gaza, half of whom were women and children [15] - Gaza's infrastructure is largely destroyed, with limited roads, communications, and water lines [8][15] Future of Gaza - The proposed future for Gaza involves a technocratic Palestinian government, international security force, and oversight by a board of governors [17] - Gazans would remain confined to Gaza with limited access to resources and continued Israeli control [17]