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Israel-Gaza live updates: 7 hostages returned ahead of Trump's address to Israeli government
Israeli officials on Sunday said the remaining hostages taken by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023, were to be returned on Monday to Israel as part of a prisoner exchange. Twenty of those hostages are thought to be living, U.S. Vice President Vance told ABC News on Sunday.
Israeli officials say Trump's 20-point Gaza plan gives Israel tools to prevent future threats while establishing international oversight under the Board of Peace.
Hamas is reasserting control of parts of Gaza not occupied by Israeli forces as the ceasefire takes hold – amid continuing uncertainty about security in the territory if the group is disarmed.
Former President Donald Trump is set to visit the Middle East, where he'll address Israel's Parliament and attend a regional peace ceremony in Egypt with global leaders following the Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
Israeli bombardment punched large holes in Gaza City’s skyline by repeatedly demolishing high-rise buildings containing hundreds of homes and businesses.
Regional coordination supports President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, but analysts caution that Hamas' continued existence could reignite conflict.