Will consult major news sources as well as statements from Israel, Hamas, and mediating countries to determine whether a ceasefire deal has been agreed to by both sides. market closes on january 20th, 2025.

• Update 2025-15-01 (PST): - Ceasefire Agreement: Any agreement between both sides that involves a cessation of hostilities counts as a ceasefire agreement, even if it is part of a longer series of phased negotiations for more far-reaching settlements of the conflict. (AI summary of creator comment)

• Update 2025-15-01 (PST): - Ratification by Israeli Cabinet: The ceasefire agreement must be officially ratified by the Israeli cabinet to be considered valid. (AI summary of creator comment)