Israel, Hamas prepare for Gaza truce talks in Egypt ahead of 2-year mark of war

Egypt will host delegations from Israel and Hamas on 6 October 2025 to discuss the proposed exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners, the country’s foreign ministry said. US envoy Steve Witkoff is also joining the talks, according to an Egyptian official, who spoke on condition of anonymity.

PM Modi praises Trump’s leadership as Gaza peace efforts gain momentum

The Prime Minister’s statement followed reports that Hamas has agreed to release all Israeli hostages currently held in Gaza, a development widely seen as a breakthrough after months of negotiations and violence. The move comes in response to a 20-point peace plan unveiled by President Trump earlier this week, aimed at securing both humanitarian relief and political stability in the Gaza Strip.

Modi welcomes Trump’s Gaza plan, says it provides viable pathway to long-term and sustainable peace

Narendra Modi welcomed US President Donald Trump’s new plan to end the Gaza conflict and said it will provide a viable pathway to long-term and sustainable peace