Global response emerges to Hamas-Israel ceasefire agreement
The announcement of a ceasefire agreement between the Palestinian resistance group Hamas and the Israeli government has elicited a wave of responses. The accord, facilitated through diplomatic negotiations led by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States, has become a focal point of international attention.
The Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, expressed satisfaction at announcing the successful agreement on a Gaza ceasefire after hosting the negotiations.
Al Thani expressed gratitude towards Egypt and the United States for their pivotal roles in facilitating advancements in the negotiation process.
The Saudi Arabian Foreign Ministry issued a statement commending the agreement designed to bring an end to over 15 months of devastating conflict in the Gaza Strip.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has issued a statement expressing its support for the ceasefire agreement reached in the Gaza Strip, while acknowledging the diplomatic efforts of Qatar, Egypt, and the United States in facilitating the accord. The statement conveyed hopes that this ceasefire will mark a permanent cessation of hostilities in the ongoing conflict in the region.
In the aftermath of the deal’s announcement, Khalil al-Hayya, the chief negotiator for Hamas, described the Al-Aqsa Storm Operation as a defining moment for the Palestinian cause. He commended the resilience of the Palestinian people, asserting that they successfully hindered both the apparent and hidden objectives of the occupiers.
Al-Hayya expressed gratitude towards Iran, acknowledging the Islamic Republic’s support for their resistance and people. He noted Iran’s involvement in the conflict, highlighting its impact on the core of the Zionist regime through two operations dubbed “True Promise.”
The Palestinian resistance group, Islamic Jihad, has announced that the steadfastness of the Palestinian population compelled the occupying forces to concede to terms they had formerly opposed.
Mohammad al-Hindi, the deputy secretary-general of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad movement, stated that the resilience and determination exhibited by the Palestinian people have thwarted the objectives of the occupying forces.
He further underscored that the Israeli regime is unwilling to see Palestinians content, citing ongoing injustices and violence. He stated, “We anticipate only hostile actions from the enemy, particularly as we approach the implementation of the agreement set to commence on Sunday.”
Sheikh Akram al-Kaabi, the Secretary General of the Nojaba Islamic Resistance Party in Iraq, extended his congratulations to the Palestinian people, as well as global supporters and entities including the Islamic Republic of Iran, Yemen’s Ansarullah, and the resistance movements in Lebanon and Iraq, celebrating what he described as “a significant triumph.”
“In light of this significant development, we are also announcing the cessation of our military operations against the Zionist regime. This decision is made in solidarity with the Palestinian resistance and aims to bolster and maintain the ceasefire in Gaza,” he stated.
Al-Kaabi issued a stern warning to the occupying regime, stating that any provocative actions in Palestine or the region would elicit a severe response. He emphasized that their forces remain on high alert, with missiles and drones fully prepared for deployment.
Mohammed Abdul Salam, spokesperson for the Ansarullah Movement in Yemen, has lauded the efforts and sacrifices of Palestinian resistance fighters in Gaza. He highlighted the martyrdom of several key commanders, among them Ismail Haniyeh and Yahya Sinwar, whose enduring legacies were instrumental in compelling the Israeli regime to agree to a ceasefire.
In a statement recognizing the efforts of resistance movements, Abdul Salam commended the Islamic Resistance in Iraq for its significant and impactful contribution to supporting Gaza.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the recently announced ceasefire and emphasized that the foremost priority must now be to alleviate the immense suffering inflicted by the ongoing conflict.
During a press conference on Wednesday, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres reaffirmed the organization’s readiness to aid in the implementation of the recent agreement while enhancing sustainable humanitarian assistance for the numerous Palestinians enduring ongoing hardships.
European Union Foreign Policy Chief Kaya Kallas has expressed approval of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, describing it as a constructive measure towards halting the ongoing violence. Kallas emphasized the urgent need for full implementation of the accord, underscoring the importance of providing assistance to the people of Gaza.
The British Prime Minister hailed the ceasefire agreement as positive news, emphasizing its potential to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
In a statement released on the British government’s official website on Wednesday evening, Keir Starmer remarked that, following months of violence and the tragic loss of innocent lives, this announcement is the development that citizens of Israel and Palestine have eagerly anticipated.
The Persian Gulf Cooperation Council, along with the Prime Minister of Lebanon’s Caretaker Government and the United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs, have all released statements warmly welcoming the recently announced ceasefire agreement in Gaza.
Yair Lapid, the leader of Israel’s opposition, extended his gratitude to all parties engaged in the ceasefire negotiations, with the notable exception of the nation’s Prime Minister and its military forces.
In a video statement released on Wednesday night via the social media platform X, Israeli official Yair Lapid expressed gratitude to former President Donald Trump, President Joe Biden, and officials from Qatar and Egypt. Lapid credited their efforts for facilitating the recent ceasefire, emphasizing that the breakthrough would not have been possible without their involvement.
