President Trump signing the Laken Riley Act and Palestinians returning home to northern Gaza
President Trump signed the Laken Riley Act, the first bill to pass during his presidency. Tens of thousands of Palestinians returned home to northern Gaza after 15 months of Israeli bombardment. The ceasefire agreement allowed residents to return after Israel closed the crossings due to Hamas' failure to release an Israeli civilian hostage. Qatar and Egypt brokered the deal, allowing around 650,000 Palestinians to return home.
Key Points
- President Trump signed the Laken Riley Act, the first bill during his presidency
- Tens of thousands of Palestinians returned home to northern Gaza after 15 months of bombardment
- Ceasefire agreement allowed residents to return after Israel closed the crossings
- Qatar and Egypt brokered the deal, allowing around 650,000 Palestinians to return
Pros
- First bill passed during Trump's presidency
- Ceasefire agreement allowing Palestinians to return home
Cons
- Israeli bombardment causing displacement and casualties
- Hamas' failure to release Israeli civilian hostage