Australian Leaders Praise Trump and US for Securing First Stage of Israel-Hamas Peace Plan

The deal will see hostages released and Israeli troops withdrawn under the first phase, according to Trump.

10/9/2025|Updated: 10/9/2025

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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong have thanked Donald Trump for securing the first stage of a peace plan in Gaza.

Trump announced on Oct. 8 (U.S. time) that Israel and Hamas had agreed to a deal involving the release of hostages, an exchange of prisoners, and the withdrawal of military forces.

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Monica O’Shea

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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]

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