New Delhi, Oct. 10 -- Hamas' exiled Gaza chief, Khalil Al-Hayya, confirmed on Thursday (October 9) that the group has received guarantees from the United States that the war in Gaza has permanently ended.

"We have reached a ceasefire deal, to proceed to a permanent ceasefire," Al-Hayya said, underscoring the historic nature of the agreement.

The ceasefire deal, part of US President Donald Trump's initiative to end the two-year war in Gaza, includes:

Trump described the deal as a step toward "lasting peace." Hamas plans to release the 20 living hostages within 72 hours of the ceasefire taking effect.

While the deal represents progress, significant challenges remain:

Al-Hayya highlighted humanitarian provisions under the deal.

"The ag...