After two years of conflict, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a historic ceasefire deal brokered in Egypt, sparking global relief and calls for lasting peace. Here’s how world leaders are reacting to this pivotal moment:
Egypt’s ‘Triumph of Peace’
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi called the agreement a "historic moment" celebrating peace over war, with a signing ceremony set for Thursday in Sharm el-Sheikh. 🇪🇬
Türkiye Steps Up
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced Türkiye will join ceasefire monitoring and reconstruction efforts, saying: "God willing, we’ll be part of the mission force." The country will also help locate hostages’ remains alongside the US, Israel, Qatar, and Egypt. 🇹🇷
UN & Europe Push for Two-State Future
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged a "permanent ceasefire" and a political path toward Palestinian self-determination. European leaders echoed the sentiment, with France’s Macron calling the deal a potential "beginning of a political solution." 🇺🇳🇪🇺
UAE’s Cautious Optimism
The UAE welcomed the agreement while urging all parties to comply, emphasizing humanitarian aid and reconstruction. Meanwhile, Germany stressed the need for "prospects for reconstruction" in Gaza. 🕊️
As the world watches, this fragile peace could rewrite the future for millions. But as one diplomat noted: "Ceasefires are just the first step—now comes the hard part."
