While major questions remain about the future of the region, the exchange of hostages and prisoners marked a key step toward ending the deadliest war ever between Israel and Hamas.

Democrats including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and the Clintons praised President Donald Trump for his role in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal.

NBC News Correspondents Monica Alba and Daniele Hamamdjian report on the serious questions that remain about the implementation of phase two of the Gaza peace deal. NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Julie Tsirkin discusses where things stand as the government shutdown reaches day 14.

After Hamas fighters tightened their grip in Gaza Tuesday, carrying out public executions and defying any suggestions the militant group is willing to cede control of the embattled territory, U.S. President Donald Trump said the Palestinian militant group must disarm or will be forced to.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil that conditions outlined in the 20-point plan "are very clear."

The elder statesmen and stateswomen of the Democratic Party took their time to acknowledge Trump amid Middle East ceasefire.