Timeline of the Gaza Deal Implementation After Trump’s announcement that Israel and Hamas signed the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire plan, here’s how the coming days will unfold: Thursday (Oct 9) · 12:00 PM Cairo time — Signing ceremony of the agreement; ceasefire goes into effect on the ground. · Israel’s security cabinet (5 PM) and government (6 PM) meet to finalize approval. · Following approval, a 72-hour countdown begins for Hamas to release all living hostages “in one fell swoop,” without public ceremonies. · Within 24 hours, the IDF will withdraw to the agreed “Yellow Line,” leaving Israel in control of ~53% of Gaza. Friday: IDF completes its redeployment to the Yellow Line. Saturday–Monday · Hostage release expected. Trump hinted “everyone will return on Monday.” · Trump arrives in Israel Sunday; may address the Knesset. · Simultaneously, Israel will free ~1,950 Palestinian prisoners, including: 1,700 Gazans detained since Oct 7, 2023 & 250 Palestinians serving life sentences The deal excludes
