Trump is preparing for a trip to the Middle East after the peace plan agreement in Gaza

US President Donald Trump heads to the Middle East on Sunday to celebrate the first phase of his peace plan for Gaza. Israel said that the ceasefire entered into force on Friday, and that its army began withdrawing its forces from parts of Gaza. As part of the plan, Hamas will release all remaining hostages captured during the attack on October 7, 2023. Palestinian residents began returning to their homes on Friday.