# Gaza peace plan and hostage release anniversary > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gaza-peace-plan-and-hostage-release-anniversary > Updated: 2026-10-15T08:58:11.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. In October 2026, U.S. officials marked the one-year anniversary of the peace plan and hostage release agreement in Gaza. The U.S. State Department highlighted the establishment of a “Palestinian technocratic administration” and a Peace Board, crediting mediation for the return of all hostages and an increase in humanitarian aid. U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner commemorated the release of the final 20 living Israeli hostages, who were freed on October 13, 2025, after 738 days in captivity. Witkoff attributed the success to diplomatic efforts involving the United States, Israel, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey. While celebrating the ceasefire, reports noted the ongoing complexity of the region. The IDF reported an airstrike in Gaza City that eliminated a Hamas military commander, alleging his involvement in hostage-holding and ceasefire violations. Additionally, since the start of the conflict in October 2023, international organizations have characterized the death toll from Israeli fire as “genocidio” (genocide). ## Timeline ### 2026-10-15: Steve Witkoff marks anniversary of Israeli hostages' release from Gaza U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner commemorated the one-year anniversary of the release of the last 20 Israeli hostages from Gaza, while the IDF reported killing a Hamas commander. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/steve-witkoff-marks-anniversary-of-israeli-hostages-release-from-gaza ### 2026-10-13: United States highlights Gaza peace plan anniversary and lasting ceasefire The U.S. celebrates one year of the Gaza peace plan, citing a lasting ceasefire, the return of all hostages, and the establishment of a Palestinian technocratic administration. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-highlights-gaza-peace-plan-anniversary-and-lasting-ceasefire --- Cite as: Gaza peace plan and hostage release anniversary. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/gaza-peace-plan-and-hostage-release-anniversary