The Israeli military is prepared to fight Hamas if it retains control of Gaza after the war, according to IDF spokesperson Effie Defrin. A ceasefire plan outlines a transitional government for Gaza until the Palestinian Authority completes its reform program. The US is expected to assist with humanitarian aid transportation. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has implied that not all deceased hostages in Gaza will return. The ceasefire agreement includes the release of hostages held by Hamas and nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners in Israel. US President Donald Trump is expected to visit Israel soon.

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