US President Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have signed off the first phase of a peace framework for Gaza. 

Mediators in Egypt have been overseeing negotiations over several days.

The first phase includes releasing all hostages - and initial withdrawal of Israeli troops from parts of the Strip.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the Australian Government has voiced support for these new measures.

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US President Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have signed off the first phase of a peace framework for Gaza.&nbsp;
Mediators in Egypt have been overseeing negotiations over several days.
The first phase includes releasing all hostages - and initial withdrawal of Israeli troops from parts of the Strip.
Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the Australian Government has voiced support for these new measures.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia welcoming Trump's new Gaza peace deal

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