🕊️ Fresh off months of stalled talks, Hamas announced on Friday that it’s ready to "immediately" begin negotiations to release hostages under U.S. President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan.
Trump responded by saying he believes Hamas is "ready for a lasting peace," and he called on Israel to halt its bombardment of Gaza. He also thanked Arab leaders for helping make these talks possible.
At the heart of this development are the hostages held in Gaza and the pursuit of peace after long diplomatic blockages. While details are still coming in, both sides seem more open to dialogue than ever.
For many tracking this from their phones across South and Southeast Asia, it's a moment that reminds us why fresh negotiations matter. We'll keep you posted with the latest updates. ✨
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Trump calls on Israel to stop bombing Gaza as Hamas agrees to talks
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