An international summit aimed at finalizing an agreement to end the war in Gaza will be held on Monday in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, the office of the Egyptian President announced on Saturday.
The meeting will be co-chaired by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and US President Donald Trump, with leaders from over 20 countries set to participate, according to the statement. The summit’s objective is to bring the war in the Gaza Strip to an end, bolster efforts to achieve peace and stability in the Middle East, and initiate a new phase of regional security and stability.
The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas took effect on Friday following three days of intensive negotiations between the two sides in Sharm El-Sheikh, mediated by Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and the United States. The first phase of the plan includes the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza City, Rafah, Khan Yunis, and the northern region, the opening of five crossings for aid, and the release of hostages and prisoners.
A Hamas source stated on Friday that the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt is expected to reopen by the middle of next week for limited movement of people, although the details of the operation have not been announced. According to health officials in Gaza, Israeli military operations spanning over two years have devastated Gaza, killing more than 67,000 people and creating famine conditions.
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Iran’s Foreign Minister, Syed Abbas Araghchi, said on Saturday that his government is prepared for a fair and balanced dialogue with the United States. In an interview given to state-backed IRIB TV, Araghchi outlined Iran’s position on resuming nuclear talks with the US and lifting sanctions. He stated that if the United States presents a competent plan that ensures the protection of Iran’s interests, it will certainly be considered.
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