The United States announced on October 9th, 2025, at approximately 10:59 PM UTC, that it is sending approximately 200 troops to Israel to assist in monitoring a Gaza ceasefire deal. This development follows the Israeli cabinet's earlier approval to end the Gaza War, with officials stating hostages would return. Reports indicated intense and continuous artillery shelling north of the Nuseirat camp in the central Gaza Strip and north of Gaza City, described by activist Hamza Al-Masri as a cover for the withdrawal of Israeli vehicles. In parallel, one of the terrorists on a released list was identified as the murderer of Shin Bet agent Haim Nahmani in January 1993. This deployment of U.S. troops is intended to support and monitor the ceasefire agreement, as reported by the Associated Press. The Israeli cabinet's decision to end the war, announced by 10:35 PM UTC on October 9th, signifies a major shift in the conflict, with an official statement confirming, "Our oxidates will return in the coming days." This approval came despite opposition from some ministers, including Smutrich and Ben Gvir. U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have been involved in discussions related to the conflict's resolution. Earlier on October 9th, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had acknowledged President Trump's "extraordinary assistance" in achieving war goals, and Trump's Gaza plan was reportedly under consideration. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana had also extended an invitation to President Trump to address the Knesset. Previous reports detailed renewed bombing of Gaza City, including an IDF airstrike in the Sabra neighborhood on the evening of October 9th, which the Hamas-run Gaza Civil Defense agency claimed trapped civilians under rubble. These events occurred amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts and regional activity, including discussions involving Egypt and potential hostage exchange mechanisms.
