Ceasefire in Gaza to take effect after Israeli government ratifies agreement

The ceasefire in Gaza is set to take effect following the Israeli government"s ratification of the agreement this evening. The Israeli security cabinet will convene at 5 p.m., followed by a meeting of the government at 6 p.m. to finalize the approval of phase 1 of the deal.

This development comes amid ongoing tensions in the region. As previously reported, the ceasefire agreement includes provisions for a prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas. The situation has garnered significant international attention, with various countries monitoring the developments closely.

For further context on the ongoing situation in the region, Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire and prisoner exchange under Trump plan provides additional insights into the complexities of the negotiations.