Israel and Hamas Ceasefire: Hope Amid Ruins — Latest Gaza News 11 October 2025

Israel and Hamas Ceasefire Brings Fragile Calm — Latest Gaza Update, 11 October 2025

October 11, 2025 — A major shift unfolded in the Middle East as Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire after weeks of deadly clashes. The truce, brokered by the United States and Egypt, is being viewed as a fragile step toward restoring peace in the war-torn region.

According to international reports, dozens of Israeli hostages remain in Gaza. Under the new deal, Hamas is expected to release around 20 hostages within 72 hours, while Israel is set to free approximately 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including several women and minors.

In northern Gaza, thousands of displaced Palestinians have begun returning to what remains of their homes. Streets filled with debris and destroyed infrastructure paint a grim picture of the humanitarian toll.

“We are happy the war has stopped, but now we must rebuild our lives from nothing,”
said one woman speaking to international media.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the ceasefire is “temporary” and warned that any violation by Hamas would trigger an immediate military response. Analysts fear this fragile peace could quickly collapse if mistrust returns.

The United States and Egyptian mediators are coordinating efforts to monitor and sustain the truce, with Washington emphasizing its commitment to regional stability. President Donald Trump described the ceasefire as an important step toward lasting peace, urging both sides to uphold the agreement.

However, reports indicate that prominent Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti was excluded from the list of prisoners to be released — a decision that disappointed many Palestinians who see him as a symbol of unity and resistance.

The international community has welcomed the ceasefire but continues to warn of the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The United Nations cautioned that unless aid flows freely, the region could face a major catastrophe, as thousands remain injured and food shortages persist.

Political observers believe that if the prisoner exchange and aid delivery proceed smoothly, this ceasefire could pave the way for a longer truce. But if either side breaches the terms, the Middle East could once again descend into violence.

For now, the world’s attention is on Gaza — where amid the ruins, fragile hopes of peace flicker once more.