President Trump is receiving widespread international acclaim for brokering a Gaza peace deal, with reports indicating celebrations in Khan Yunis, Gaza, and declarations that the war has ended, as of October 9th, 2025, 12:35 AM UTC. However, a report from N12 stated that no hostages are expected to be released, contradicting previous understandings of the agreement. Amidst global praise for President Trump's role in what is being described as a "Gaza peace masterclass," the critical detail of hostage release remains unclear. While some sources indicate the war has concluded and celebrations have erupted in Gaza, N12 has reported that "no Noahba's cooks will be released," introducing significant ambiguity to the terms of the agreement finalized earlier this week in Sharm El Sheikh. Previous reports from October 8th, 2025, indicated that Hamas had committed to releasing all remaining living hostages on Saturday, October 11th, 2025, as part of the first phase of a Gaza peace plan. This was to be in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, with the deal guaranteed by the U.S., Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey. The agreement was also expected to include a cessation of hostilities and the entry of humanitarian aid through five opened crossings. Prime Minister Netanyahu had previously confirmed the deal, stating, "With God - Return everyone," and President Trump had indicated that Hamas would release all hostages. The Israeli shekel had also strengthened sharply against other currencies following these earlier announcements. Despite widespread celebrations in Gaza and reports of the deal being "done," a disclaimer noted that "There is no agreement yet" in earlier reporting. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio had announced on October 8th, 2025, that "good progress" had been made but "some work remains."
