Israel and Hamas have agreed to the terms of a ceasefire confirmed on Wednesday, a historic deal expected to halt fighting in the Gaza Strip and allow for the phased release of Israeli hostages held in the area.

As devastating wildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles, some Hollywood figures took to social media to react to the long-awaited ceasefire.

Comedian and actor Michael Rapaport, a leading supporter of Israel during the Gaza conflict, said in an article on X urge return Regarding the Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, he wrote: "Everyone @bringhomenow." His post included a collage of photos of Israeli hostages, some of whom are expected to be released as part of the deal.

jack and jill Creator Randy Mayem-Singer took to her Blue Sky account to relate the ongoing fire tragedy in Los Angeles when speaking about the three-phase agreement: "Thank you for the ceasefire in Gaza. And thank you to all the California fire experts who can now Become an expert on ceasefire agreements.”

The comedy writer added in a follow-up second post: "Let's be clear: Trump does not get credit for the Hamas ceasefire. Trump and Bibi get credit for the ceasefire coming after the election. praise.”

Her post followed President-elect Donald Trump's posts on his Truth social platform and President Joe Biden's separate remarks on the peace plan during televised news conferences.

"This epic ceasefire is only possible if we achieve a historic victory in November, because it signals to the world that my administration will pursue peace and negotiate deals that ensure all Americans and our allies safe. I am pleased that the American and Israeli hostages will be returning home to their families and loved ones," Trump wrote on his social media account.

In comments Wednesday, President Biden hailed the ceasefire as a major victory in his final days in the White House. "The road to this deal has not been easy. I've been working in foreign policy for decades. This was one of the toughest negotiations I've ever been through," he told reporters.

He was asked twice about Trump's role in the deal. The second time he was asked was as he was leaving the press conference. "Who's to blame for this, you or Trump?" one reporter asked, before Biden turned and asked, "Is this a joke?"

Earlier, at a news conference, Biden said his administration and Trump's team were "speaking as one" in the negotiations. Biden first announced a three-phase ceasefire agreement on May 31.

Negotiations for a ceasefire agreement, held in Qatar, will see the phased release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, as well as the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in Israel.

The deal would also allow Palestinians displaced by the conflict in Gaza to return to what may be the ruins of their homes, while also allowing much-needed humanitarian and medical aid into a territory torn apart by 15 months of relentless war.

The proposed phased deal to end the conflict in Gaza follows mass killings and hostage-taking by Hamas militants on October 7, 2023, triggering the Israel-Gaza war and Israeli attacks on Gaza. The ceasefire will come into effect on Sunday, and on Wednesday he said he hoped "the details will be finalized tonight."

Since then, protests and debate surrounding the conflict have rocked film festivals around the world. Joaquin Phoenix, Cate Blanchett, Susan Sarandon, Nicola Coughlan and reservation dog As the conflict in Gaza unfolds, actor Dallas Goldtooth is among those calling for a permanent ceasefire.

Gal Gadot, Mayim Bialik, Deborah Messing, David Mamet, Gene Simmons, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne and Scooter Braun Hollywood actors and actresses have expressed support for Israel during the conflict in Gaza, often doing so online or as part of public signature letters.

This is a development story.