World leaders have praised the landmark ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, set to pause the 15-month Gaza conflict on January 19.
Reactions from world leaders have poured in following the announcement of a landmark ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, set to pause the 15-month conflict in Gaza starting January 19.
US President Joe Biden praised the Gaza ceasefire agreement, highlighting the role of his administration in the negotiations. He emphasized his team's efforts in bringing about the deal and expressed hope for its successful implementation.
Meanwhile, US President-elect Donald Trump also praised the ceasefire agreement, emphasizing its historical significance. Trump took to social media, claiming credit for the deal’s success and celebrating its potential to bring peace to the region.
International leaders also expressed their support for the deal.
The Japanese government hailed the ceasefire and hostage release deal, calling it a key step toward improving Gaza's humanitarian situation, pending Israel's approval.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz praised the ceasefire deal, urging full implementation, including hostages' release and the return of remains. He emphasized the potential for lasting peace and improved humanitarian conditions in Gaza.
Qatar's Emir Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani expressed hope that the ceasefire would end the aggression in Gaza and allow for a new phase where the Palestinian cause would be addressed justly, emphasizing Qatar's humanitarian role in the deal.
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, stressed the urgency of accelerating humanitarian aid to Gaza, highlighting the need to address the catastrophic humanitarian situation, and pledged Egypt’s continued support for achieving peace.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres commended the mediators — Egypt, Qatar, and the US — for their efforts, urging all parties to fully implement the agreement and use it as a step towards establishing a political path for peace in the region.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen urged Israel and Hamas to fully implement the agreement and stresse d the need for a lasting diplomatic solution to the conflict.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the ceasefire agreement long-awaited, offering hope for both Israeli and Palestinian families. He highlighted the return of hostages, the need for humanitarian aid in Gaza, and the importance of a two-state solution for lasting peace.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expressed hope that the deal would bring lasting peace and stability, particularly for Palestinians. He reaffirmed Türkiye's commitment to supporting Gaza and its people in their recovery and ongoing struggles.
While the ceasefire represents an important milestone, leaders emphasize the need for continued efforts to ensure a comprehensive and enduring peace for the region.
Israel has accused Hamas of violating a ceasefire agreement after discovering that one of the bodies handed over during Thursday’s exchange did not belong to any known hostage. The military is demanding the return of the missing remains.
Three bombs exploded on empty buses near Tel Aviv in a major attempted attack, while two other devices were disabled. Israeli authorities are investigating, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed retaliation against Hamas.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed revenge after Hamas returned the bodies of four hostages, including infants, in a highly publicised handover. The move comes amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations and a deadly 16-month-long war.
As Israel maintains control over key positions in southern Lebanon, the government in Beirut is calling for international pressure to ensure the full implementation of the November 27 ceasefire and increased support for Lebanese security institutions.
Hamas handed over the bodies of Israeli infant Kfir Bibas and his four-year-old brother Ariel, along with their mother Shiri Bibas and hostage Oded Lifschitz, on Thursday under the Gaza ceasefire agreement. Red Cross vehicles carried the four black coffins, each bearing a photo of the hostages.
Hamas has begun releasing six more hostages from Gaza on Saturday in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, as Israel confirmed that a body handed over earlier was that of hostage Shiri Bibas.
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have reached a historic border agreement, potentially ending a century-long dispute. The deal, hailed as a breakthrough, covers delimitation, water, and infrastructure issues. If finalized, it could ease tensions and support political, economic, and social cooperation.
The U.S. and Ukraine are close to finalizing a deal granting the U.S. mineral rights in exchange for military aid, according to Wall Street Journal.
As US-Russia peace talks advance, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy intensifies diplomatic efforts, holding discussions with multiple world leaders to rally support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and regional security.
A tragic crowd crush at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night left 18 dead and 10 injured as thousands of people, many heading to the Kumbh Mela festival, attempted to board delayed trains. The incident highlights the ongoing risks of overcrowding at public transportation hubs in India.
A Delta Air Lines regional jet flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson Airport on Monday, injuring 18 people. Officials are investigating whether strong winds and snow played a role in the incident.
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Hamas has begun releasing six more hostages from Gaza on Saturday in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, as Israel confirmed that a body handed over earlier was that of hostage Shiri Bibas.
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have reached a historic border agreement, potentially ending a century-long dispute. The deal, hailed as a breakthrough, covers delimitation, water, and infrastructure issues. If finalized, it could ease tensions and support political, economic, and social cooperation.
The U.S. and Ukraine are close to finalizing a deal granting the U.S. mineral rights in exchange for military aid, according to Wall Street Journal.
As US-Russia peace talks advance, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy intensifies diplomatic efforts, holding discussions with multiple world leaders to rally support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and regional security.
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Hamas has begun releasing six more hostages from Gaza on Saturday in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, as Israel confirmed that a body handed over earlier was that of hostage Shiri Bibas.
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have reached a historic border agreement, potentially ending a century-long dispute. The deal, hailed as a breakthrough, covers delimitation, water, and infrastructure issues. If finalized, it could ease tensions and support political, economic, and social cooperation.
The U.S. and Ukraine are close to finalizing a deal granting the U.S. mineral rights in exchange for military aid, according to Wall Street Journal.
As US-Russia peace talks advance, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy intensifies diplomatic efforts, holding discussions with multiple world leaders to rally support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and regional security.
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