After weeks of conflict and violence, Israel and Gaza have finally reached a ceasefire agreement, with the Israeli cabinet reportedly preparing to meet to ratify the deal. As tensions have escalated in recent days, both sides have been under intense pressure to find a resolution to the conflict.

The ceasefire deal, which was brokered by international mediators, will see the release of Palestinian prisoners as a gesture of goodwill. According to reports, 737 prisoners will initially be freed as a result of the agreement.

The ceasefire comes after days of negotiations between Israeli and Palestinian officials, with both sides expressing cautious optimism about the prospects for peace. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that the agreement represents a "significant step towards ending the violence" in the region.

As the ceasefire takes effect, both sides will be closely monitoring the situation on the ground to ensure compliance with the terms of the agreement. The release of the prisoners is expected to be a key test of the ceasefire's durability and could pave the way for further progress in resolving the conflict between Israel and Gaza.