Published January 17,2025
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The G7 leaders mentioned late Thursday they “fully endorse and will stand behind” the cease-fire settlement reached between Israel and Hamas
“This is a significant development that has the potential to secure the release of all remaining hostages; further facilitate urgently needed humanitarian aid; and pave the way for civilians to return to, and rebuild, their homes and their lives,” they mentioned in a joint assertion.
Thanking Egypt, Qatar, and the US for mediating, the leaders known as on all events to respect the phrases of the settlement.
“We also urge all parties to engage constructively in negotiating the subsequent phases of the deal to help ensure its full implementation and a permanent end to hostilities,” they mentioned.
They additionally mentioned it’s “crucial” to place an finish to the “catastrophic” humanitarian state of affairs in Gaza, the place circumstances proceed to deteriorate, with a cease-fire quickly to take maintain.
“We demand all parties allow the safe, rapid, and unimpeded passage of humanitarian assistance and ensure the protection of civilians, including humanitarian workers. International humanitarian law must be respected,” they mentioned, reiterating dedication to proceed offering humanitarian support and provoke early restoration and reconstruction efforts.
“We reaffirm our assist for a reputable pathway in the direction of peace resulting in a two-state answer the place Israelis and Palestinians stay side-by-side in peace, dignity, and safety, they concluded.
On Wednesday, Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani introduced the success of mediators in reaching a cease-fire settlement within the Gaza Strip, noting that its implementation will start this Sunday.
Source: www.anews.com.tr