Nigeria, Jan. 30 -- By Daramola Luke with contributions from Adewale Labeeb

After more than a year of fighting, a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas takes effect on January 19, 2025. The agreement consists of three stages, with the first currently underway. For many Palestinians and Israelis, the ceasefire offers a brief respite, allowing for the return of Israeli hostages and an increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. However, with the truce set to last only 42 days, the long-term outlook remains uncertain.

The Informant247 presents a timeline of key events shaping regional dynamics since the deal bore practical fruits:

January 19

Palestinian militant group Hamas releases three Israeli hostages, and Israel frees 90 Palestinian pr...