Delegations from Hamas Israel and the United States are set to gather in Cairo in an effort to finalize a Gaza Ceasefire Agreement that could potentially end nearly two years of conflict. The move follows both sides’ willingness to advance on a US-backed proposal aimed at halting the violence and creating a framework for peace. US President Donald Trump has continued to maintain strong pressure on both Israel and Hamas, urging them to move forward with the plan. According to Trump, Israel has already agreed to an initial withdrawal line as part of the arrangement, and if Hamas approves the deal, the ceasefire would take effect immediately. Despite these announcements, violence on the ground has not completely stopped. Reports from hospitals in Gaza confirm that dozens of civilians were killed on Saturday during Israeli airstrikes. This comes even after Trump publicly stated that Israel had “temporarily stopped” its bombing campaign in the enclave. Meanwhile, the diplomatic response to the proposed Gaza Ceasefire Agreement has been notable. Foreign ministers from Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Turkey issued a joint statement through Saudi Arabia’s foreign ministry. In it, they welcomed Hamas’ willingness to respond positively to Trump’s proposal.
Trump Pushes Gaza Ceasefire Agreement as Delegations Head to Cairo
The ministers expressed approval of Hamas’ readiness to engage in negotiations designed to end the war, ensure the release of all hostages — whether alive or deceased — and start discussions on the mechanisms for implementing the agreement. They also praised Trump’s demand for Israel to halt its airstrikes and to begin implementing the exchange deal without delay.
The joint statement described these developments as a “real opportunity” to establish a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire while also addressing the severe humanitarian crisis facing civilians in the Gaza Strip. The officials emphasized the urgency of beginning immediate negotiations to finalize the details of the proposal and to ensure that every aspect of the agreement is addressed. Despite these diplomatic moves, the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire. On Saturday alone, 67 people were reported killed, including 45 casualties in Gaza City. Hospitals across the territory continue to struggle with the influx of wounded as Israeli strikes persist. The next stage of talks in Cairo will be crucial for determining whether this proposed Gaza Ceasefire Agreement can move from diplomatic discussions into practical implementation. With international pressure mounting and regional leaders calling for urgent action, the coming days may prove decisive in shaping the path toward ending the violence and easing the suffering of millions living in the war-torn enclave.
