Big news from the Gaza-Israel front: Hamas has released all 20 surviving Israeli hostages as part of a ceasefire deal brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump. 🎉✌️
In Tel Aviv, crowds burst into cheers, tears and songs – a mix of raw relief and lingering sadness for those who didn’t make it home. Families who spent countless nights glued to their phones were finally reunited with loved ones. It’s the kind of moment that hits harder than your favorite K-drama plot twist. 😢❤️
So what’s a ceasefire? Simply put, it’s when both sides hit pause on fighting. In exchange for the hostages, Israel will free nearly 2,000 detainees, including security prisoners. Think of it like trading rare Pokémon cards, but with lives and peace on the line. 🤝
Trump swung by Israel on a lightning visit to celebrate the deal before heading to Egypt for a wider peace summit. He even declared, "The war is over. Okay?" – showing why headlines are buzzing about his role in this breakthrough.
Meanwhile in Gaza, the ceasefire brings a fragile calm to a territory that’s seen buildings turned to rubble. Aid groups are rushing in, but rebuilding homes and lives will take time. For many young people juggling studies, jobs and the latest TikTok trend, it’s a reminder that lasting peace is a marathon, not a sprint. 🏃♀️🏃
With global eyes on the Middle East, this release offers a glimmer of hope for a region long defined by conflict. For South and Southeast Asian youth passionate about justice and human rights, it’s proof that even the toughest standoffs can change when dialogue gets a chance. 🌏✨
Let’s keep watching this space – because if 20 lives can be restored, maybe more can follow. 🙏
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Hamas frees all 20 surviving Israeli hostages under ceasefire deal
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