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Trump Announces Three-Month Ceasefire Agreement as First Step Toward Middle East Peace, Following Release of Hostages

Jan 19, 2025, 10:38 PM

Donald Trump announced a ceasefire agreement in the Middle East during a pre-inauguration rally in Washington, D.C., describing it as a first step toward lasting peace. He emphasized that this achievement came within three months, contrasting it with President Biden's four-year tenure, stating, "We’ve achieved more without being President than they have achieved in four years with being President." Trump also expressed satisfaction over the release of the first batch of hostages, highlighting the ceasefire as a significant milestone resulting from his recent electoral victory. He reiterated that the agreement could only have been realized due to his historic win in November.