On Wednesday, Trump revealed that Israel and Hamas had accepted the “first phase” of his peace plan, which includes a partial withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza and the release of 20 surviving hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. He expressed optimism on Truth Social, stating that “all hostages will be released very soon.”
Leaders from various nations responded positively. Argentine President Javier Milei called the agreement “historic” and announced plans to nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, claiming that any other leader with similar achievements would have already received it. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney praised Trump for his “essential leadership” and expressed relief over the imminent release of hostages, emphasizing the need for all parties to quickly implement the agreement.
Japan’s government spokesman, Yoshimasa Hayashi, recognized the agreement as an “important step” toward calming the situation, thanking the U.S., Egypt, and Qatar for their mediation efforts. Australian leaders, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong, described it as a “much-needed step for peace,” advocating for a two-state solution while noting that the plan excludes Hamas from any future governance of Gaza.
Former Colombian President Iván Duque hailed the agreement as a path to stability in a region plagued by war and terrorism. Jewish community organizations in Colombia and Uruguay also endorsed the agreement as essential for coexistence and lasting peace.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called the deal a “desperately needed advance” and urged for its full implementation, highlighting the opportunity to acknowledge Palestinian self-determination and progress toward a two-state solution.
Hamas confirmed the agreement, asserting it ensures the end of the war, the withdrawal of Israeli forces, and the entry of humanitarian aid, urging Israel to adhere to the commitments without delays.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the agreement as a “historic achievement,” thanking Trump for his determined leadership. Official sources indicated that the release of hostages is expected to begin on Monday, following Israeli government approval, with military withdrawal covering about 70% of Gaza.
Trump stated in a Fox News interview that this agreement is “more than Gaza; it’s the beginning of peace in the Middle East,” ensuring U.S. and neighboring countries would support Gaza’s reconstruction.
