Israeli crowds have taken to the streets celebrating after Donald Trump announced a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

One person told reporters: "I want to thank President Trump for bringing this amazing victory. That's the name for it. A victory. He deserves a Nobel Prize for this, a Nobel Peace Prize for bringing this amazing deal."

The agreement, described by President Trump as the first phase of his Gaza peace plan, would see Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners released, Israeli troops withdrawn, and humanitarian aid allowed into Gaza.

Mr Trump said the breakthrough came after “days of intense negotiations”, adding that “peace through strength” had brought both sides to the table.