URGENT: Israel Commences Troop Withdrawal from Gaza Amid Ongoing Tensions

BREAKING NEWS: Israel Commences Troop Withdrawal from Gaza Amid Ongoing Tensions Israel has begun a pullback of troops from parts of the Gaza Strip, particularly in Gaza City and Khan Younis, according to the Gaza's civil defense agency. This move comes after Israel's Cabinet approved a plan for a ceasefire aimed at ending the devastating 2-year-old war. The troop withdrawal is expected to have an immediate impact on the situation on the ground, with Israeli forces beginning to vacate areas they had occupied in recent days. The development marks a significant step towards implementing the terms of the agreement reached between Israel and Hamas earlier this week. Background context shows that the conflict has been ongoing for two years, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The release of hostages held by Hamas is a key part of the initial agreement, with 20 living captives and the bodies of another 26 expected to be handed over as part of the deal. The handover of the living hostages is scheduled to begin on Monday, marking a crucial step towards de-escalating tensions in the region. However, the fate of two additional individuals remains unknown, adding an element of uncertainty to the situation. This is a developing story and will continue to be updated as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*