SAEDNEWS: Various Arab countries have issued separate statements welcoming the ceasefire agreement in Gaza.
According to SaedNews, quoting Mehr News Agency, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in response to the announcement of the ceasefire in Gaza:
"We welcome the ceasefire agreement in Gaza and appreciate the efforts made by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States in this regard."
The ministry added:
"We hope this agreement will completely end Israel's brutal war."
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs also responded to the Gaza ceasefire agreement in a statement, declaring:
"The government of Abu Dhabi supports the ceasefire agreement in Gaza."
The ministry added:
"We appreciate the efforts made by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States in this regard."
Petra, Jordan’s official news agency, reported:
"Jordan supports and welcomes the announcement of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza."
The Egyptian Presidency stated:
"Along with Qatar and the United States, we emphasize that all stages of the agreement must be fully implemented by both sides [Hamas and Israel]."
In this regard, President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi welcomed the ceasefire agreement, saying:
"We welcome the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, which was achieved after exhausting efforts through mediation by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States."
The Minister of State for Middle East Affairs in the British Foreign Office stated:
"I appreciate the vital efforts of Egypt, Qatar, and the United States in supporting the Gaza agreement."
The Belgian Foreign Minister reacted to the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, stating:
"The ceasefire agreement is a glimmer of hope that Gaza has long awaited, and we call on all parties to respect it."
He added:
"We will continue to support efforts to achieve a two-state solution."
Philippe Lazzarini, the Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), also welcomed the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, saying:
"This agreement will finally bring the much-needed calm for the people of Gaza and lead to the release of prisoners."
Lazzarini added:
"What is now needed is unrestricted, immediate, and uninterrupted humanitarian access along with the provision of aid to alleviate the unbearable suffering caused by this war."
The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement declaring:
"We welcome the ceasefire agreement in Gaza."
The ministry added:
"This agreement has been achieved after great sacrifices and immense suffering by the Palestinian people."
Nicolás Maduro, the President of Venezuela, also reacted to the Gaza ceasefire agreement, saying:
"We welcome the agreement concerning Gaza."
He added:
"We hope that humanity unites to achieve this and opens the doors to peace and justice."
Akram al-Kaabi, Secretary-General of the Al-Nujaba Movement, stated:
"I congratulate the people of Palestine, the free people of the world, and all those who supported Gaza on this great victory."
French President Emmanuel Macron posted on X (formerly Twitter) regarding the ceasefire agreement:
"After 15 months of unjustifiable suffering, there is now a great relief for the people of Gaza, as well as hope for the hostages and their families."
He added:
"The [Gaza ceasefire] agreement must be respected, hostages must be freed, the people of Gaza must be saved, and a subsequent political solution must be achieved."
Najib Mikati, the caretaker Prime Minister of Lebanon, reacted to the Gaza ceasefire agreement, stating:
"The announcement of this ceasefire brings an end to a bloody chapter in the history of the Palestinian people who have suffered from Israeli aggression."
He also expressed hope that:
"The ceasefire remains stable so that a final solution can be found for the Palestinian issue, ensuring the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people."
Antonio Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, reacted to the Gaza ceasefire agreement, stating:
"It is crucial that the ceasefire removes the major security and political obstacles preventing aid from reaching all areas of Gaza."
He emphasized that:
"This is necessary to significantly expand urgent, life-saving humanitarian aid."
Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, expressed his "deep satisfaction" with the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement and emphasized the importance of "its sustainability."
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, urged Israel and Hamas to fully implement the agreement.
She stated:
"This agreement could be a prelude to permanent stability in the region and a diplomatic solution to the conflict."
Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, said:
"This agreement is an achievement the world has been waiting for, and we must solidify it."
She added:
"This agreement can be a turning point towards lasting peace, increased aid, and a catalyst that transforms despair into hope."
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stated:
"This agreement prevents war and improves the dire humanitarian conditions in Gaza. Therefore, it must be precisely implemented."
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the agreement as:
"The long-awaited news that both Israelis and Palestinians have been waiting for."
He urged both sides to take steps towards a two-state solution and a sustainable future.
David Lammy, UK Foreign Secretary, added that this agreement:
"Provides a moment of hope after more than a year of suffering."
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated:
"Italy expects that all hostages will finally be reunited with their families."
She called the agreement "an opportunity for significantly increasing humanitarian aid to Gaza civilians."
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the Gaza ceasefire agreement as:
"An essential step toward a two-state solution and a just peace that respects international law."
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau welcomed the Gaza ceasefire agreement and emphasized that:
"Canada supports all necessary efforts for its implementation."
He added:
"All prisoners must be freed immediately. This violence and horrific suffering must end."
Dutch Foreign Minister Kaspar Veldkamp stated that he hopes this agreement is:
"The first step towards lasting peace."
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre called the Gaza agreement:
"Encouraging, though its announcement took too long."
He urged both sides to respect all provisions of the agreement.
Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard welcomed the ceasefire agreement, stating:
"Now it is important that the ceasefire reduces the suffering of civilians in Gaza."
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom reacted to the Gaza ceasefire agreement, stating:
"Peace is the best medicine."
However, he also emphasized:
"The healthcare needs in Gaza remain immense."
Sandy McCain, WFP Executive Director, stated:
"The ceasefire is a beginning, not an end."
She emphasized:
"We have food waiting at the Gaza border, and we must be able to deliver it on a large scale."
ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric stated:
"We are ready to assist in implementing the ceasefire agreement, facilitating prisoner exchanges, and expanding humanitarian aid to Gaza."
