After 2 yrs. of genocide, Gaza deal backed regionally, internationally
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Yemen’s Ansar Allah, the UN, EU, Turkey, and India have welcomed the Gaza ceasefire between Palestinian Resistance factions and "Israel".
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Smoke rises to the sky following an Israeli military strike in the Gaza Strip, Palestine, on October 9, 2025, following the announcement of a mediated ceasefire. (AP)
Multiple governments and political movements welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the Palestinian Resistance and the Israeli occupation on Thursday.
The latest ceasefire agreement between the Palestinian Resistance and "Israel", brokered by Egypt and Qatar with backing from the United States and Turkey, aims to halt months of Israeli aggression on Gaza and pave the way for a phased truce. The deal includes the release of Israeli captives and Palestinian prisoners and detainees, a gradual withdrawal of Israeli occupation forces, and international monitoring guarantees to ensure compliance by all parties.
Talks leading up to the agreement have been marked by intense shuttle diplomacy between Doha, Cairo, and Washington. While Hamas expressed readiness to engage under certain guarantees, Israeli officials have shown internal divisions over the timing and terms of the truce.
Yemen’s Ansar Allah welcomes Gaza ceasefire
Yemen’s Ansar Allah movement welcomed the newly announced ceasefire agreement between Palestinian Resistance factions and the Israeli regime, reaffirming its support for any deal that safeguards the core principles of the Palestinian cause and upholds the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the movement expressed its backing for all efforts aimed at alleviating the suffering of Palestinians, ending the aggression and siege, and ensuring the release of Palestinian prisoners.
Mohammed al-Farah, a member of Ansar Allah’s Political Bureau, commended Palestinian Resistance factions and their leadership for their “sincere and responsible efforts” to defend the interests, unity, and steadfastness of the Palestinian people in the face of Israeli aggression.
Al-Farah held the Israeli occupation fully responsible for the crimes and violations committed against the Palestinian people, stressing that any agreement must lead to a comprehensive end to the aggression, the lifting of the blockade, and the realization of the Palestinian people’s aspirations for freedom, independence, and the establishment of a state with al-Quds as its capital.
He expressed hope that the agreement would strengthen Palestinian unity, consolidate the Resistance’s resilience, and open political and humanitarian prospects that preserve the dignity of the Palestinian people and serve their just cause.
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Turkey
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed satisfaction with the ceasefire agreement reached between the Palestinian Resistance group Hamas and "Israel" in Sharm el-Sheikh. The Turkish president thanked his American counterpart for demonstrating the political will necessary to encourage "Israel" to agree to the ceasefire.
Erdogan underlined his government's commitment to supporting the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state along the 1967 borders, with the eastern part of occupied al-Quds as its capital.
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Egypt
The Egyptian Foreign Ministry said that the agreement it mediated is "a pivotal moment in the war."
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the agreement. Riyadh praised the role of Trump, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey in facilitating negotiations. Hoping that the next steps would lead to humanitarian relief, the Kingdom underlined that Israeli withdrawal and stability are also necessary in the upcoming stages.
The Ministry stressed Saudi backing for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on the 1967 borders, with "East al-Quds" as its capital.
Lebanon
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed the initial agreement for a ceasefire in Gaza. He hoped that the deal would lead to a full ceasefire and an end to the suffering of the Palestinian people in Gaza.
Aoun underlined an urgent need to facilitate a broad and fair peace in the region, which guarantees the rights of the Palestinian people.
The Lebanese president hoped that "Israel" would comply with regional and international calls regarding its ongoing assaults on Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. He believed that this would allow for a positive environment to discuss regional peace.
UAE
The United Arab Emirates urged all parties to adhere to the agreement's terms. The UAE's Foreign Ministry hoped that the agreement would mark a positive step toward ending humanitarian suffering in Gaza.
International reactions
While Arab states, including Egypt, Jordan, and Yemen, have welcomed the agreement as a step toward ending the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, the United States and several Western allies have focused their statements on the release of captives, avoiding direct criticism of "Israel’s" military actions.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres
On its part, the United Nations has reiterated calls for full humanitarian access and the implementation of accountability measures for violations committed during the war.
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres praised the agreement, urging all parties to uphold their commitments and ensure the swift and full implementation of the ceasefire. He emphasized the need for unrestricted humanitarian access to Gaza and called for renewed efforts toward a comprehensive political solution to the question of Palestine.
"I welcome the announcement of an agreement to secure a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza, based on the proposal put forward by President Donald J. Trump," the top UN official said.
"The fighting must stop once and for all," Gueterres added.
"The United Nations will support the full implementation of the agreement and will scale up the delivery of sustained and principled humanitarian relief, and we will advance recovery and reconstruction efforts in Gaza," he revealed.
China
China urged the implementation of a “comprehensive and permanent” ceasefire in Gaza following the announcement.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun expressed hope that the truce would ease the humanitarian crisis and help defuse regional tensions.
Guo reaffirmed Beijing’s stance that “Palestinians should govern Palestine” and underscored support for the "two-state solution". He said China is ready to work with the international community to achieve a “comprehensive, just, and lasting solution” to the Palestinian question.
Australia
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong welcomed the plan as a step toward peace and reaffirmed support for a "two-state solution".
"Australia welcomes President Trump’s announcement that Israel and Hamas have signed off the first phase of the plan to bring peace to Gaza," Albanese said in a joint statement with Foreign Minister Penny Wong.
The Australian officials also stressed their support for a point within Trump's 20-point plan, which aims to deny Hamas any role in the future governance of the Gaza Strip.
"Australia strongly supports the plan’s commitment to denying Hamas any role in the future governance of Gaza," the statement underlined.
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United Kingdom
British Prime Minister Kier Starmer expressed support for the deal.
He emphasized the urgent need for full and immediate implementation of the agreement, along with the lifting of restrictions on humanitarian aid to Gaza. He acknowledged the relief this brings to civilians and captives and praised the diplomatic efforts by the US, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey.
"This is a moment of profound relief that will be felt all around the world, but particularly for the hostages, their families, and for the civilian population of Gaza, who have all endured unimaginable suffering over the last two years," Starmer said.
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European Union
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the announcement of the ceasefire agreement, emphasizing the importance of securing a lasting peace in Gaza. She expressed hope that the deal would lead to the release of captives and the delivery of humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza.
I welcome the announcement of an agreement to secure a ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza, based on the proposal put forward by @POTUS.
— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) October 9, 2025
I commend the diplomatic efforts of the United States, Qatar, Egypt, and Türkiye in achieving this breakthrough. Am also encouraged…
EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas also announced her support for the agreement, praising it as a "significant breakthrough".
The agreement on the first phase of the Gaza peace deal marks a significant breakthrough.
— Kaja Kallas (@kajakallas) October 9, 2025
This is a major diplomatic accomplishment and a real chance to end a devastating war and release all the hostages.
The EU will do what it can to support its implementation.
France
French President Emmanuel Macron said that the deal brought "great hope for the hostages and their families, for the Palestinians in Gaza, and for the entire region."
"This agreement must mark the end of the war and the beginning of a political solution based on the two-state solution," he explained.
"France stands ready to contribute to this goal. We will discuss it this afternoon in Paris with our international partners," he concluded.
Germany
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, a staunch supporter of the Israeli regime, said the developments were bringing "great hope" and he was "confident" of the release of captives this week.
Italy
Italian President Giorgia Meloni welcomed the Gaza ceasefire agreement reached in Egypt, describing it as “extraordinary news” that opens the way for a halt to hostilities, the release of all captives, and an Israeli withdrawal on agreed terms.
She praised Trump and the mediators for their crucial role in achieving the deal. Meloni emphasized that the agreement and the broader Trump peace plan offer a “unique opportunity to end the conflict,” urging all parties to fully respect the measures already agreed upon.
She also called for the swift implementation of the next steps outlined in the plan. Italy affirmed its commitment to support the mediators and contribute to the stabilization, reconstruction, and development of Gaza.
Russia
Russia expressed hope that "actions" would follow the agreement reached on Thursday.
"The fact that a ceasefire in Gaza has essentially been established cannot but be a source of general satisfaction. All these efforts are welcome," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov was quoted as saying by Russian state news agency RIA Novosti.
"We hope that signatures will be signed today, and that actions to implement the agreements will follow," Peskov said.
India
Meanwhile, New Delhi welcomed the agreement reached on the first phase of US President Donald Trump’s plan, a post by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated.
We welcome the agreement on the first phase of President Trump's peace plan. This is also a reflection of the strong leadership of PM Netanyahu.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 9, 2025
We hope the release of hostages and enhanced humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza will bring respite to them and pave the way…
