A historic ceasefire agreement has been reached, promising the release of hostages as Israel’s security cabinet approves a truce with Gaza, with the first captives expected to be freed soon.

The Israeli government is set to ratify a significant ceasefire deal after 466 days of conflict in Gaza, as the world anticipates relief and a hopeful resolution to the devastating situation.

Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement to end 15 months of conflict by implementing a ceasefire, alongside a deal for the release of hostages taken on 7 October 2023, as former President Trump announced their imminent release.

Tulip Siddiq resigned as the government’s anti-corruption minister following investigations in Bangladesh, acknowledging her position had become a distraction despite being cleared of breaching the ministerial code.