There's signs peace could persist in Gaza, as US President Donald Trump declares the war over.

Hamas has released the 20 living Israeli hostages - and almost 2000 Palestinians have been returned by Israel.

Leaders including Donald Trump have signed the US-brokered peace deal, at a summit in Egypt.

Middle East analyst Rodger Shanahan says after two years, there's a sense of exhaustion from Israel and Hamas.

"Both sides really want to go back to their corners and take stock about the next steps."

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There's signs peace could persist in Gaza, as US President Donald Trump declares the war over.
Hamas has released the 20 living Israeli hostages - and almost 2000 Palestinians have been returned by Israel.
Leaders including Donald Trump have signed the US-brokered peace deal, at a summit in Egypt.
Middle East analyst Rodger Shanahan says after two years, there's a sense of exhaustion from Israel and Hamas.
"Both sides really want to go back to their corners and take stock about the next steps."
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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.

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Rodger Shanahan: former army officer and Middle East analyst on whether peace will persist in Gaza

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