US President Donald Trump officially signed the Gaza ceasefire agreement document during a summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.

The signing was conducted alongside several world leaders who played roles in the mediation process between Israel and Hamas.

The meeting was attended by more than 20 heads of state and high-level representatives.

On the same day, 20 hostages held by Hamas were reported to have been released from Gaza.

However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not attend the summit. He was absent due to the meeting coinciding with a Jewish holiday.

Meanwhile, Hamas representatives were also not invited to the international forum.

In his speech, Trump expressed optimism about the newly ratified agreement. “The (peace) plan will work,” Trump told the gathered national leaders.

To the media, Trump stated that implementation of the second phase of the peace plan has already begun.

“Yes, it has started. I mean, as far as we know, it has started,” he said.

He added that each phase in the plan is interconnected and occurs simultaneously, though without providing specific details.

The second phase of this agreement is reported to include sensitive issues, namely the disarmament of Hamas and the establishment of a new government in Gaza.

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Gaza

Gaza is a historic coastal city located in the Palestinian territories, with a rich history dating back over 3,000 years. It has been ruled by various empires, including the Egyptians, Philistines, Romans, and Ottomans. Today, it is a densely populated urban center known for its significant cultural heritage but also for its challenging humanitarian and political situation.

Sharm el-Sheikh

Sharm el-Sheikh is a popular Egyptian resort city and a significant administrative center on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. Historically a small fishing village, its strategic location led to its development, first as a naval base and later into a major international hub for tourism and diplomacy, known for its coral reefs and hosting peace conferences.

Egypt

Egypt is home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations, dating back to around 3100 BCE with the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt. It is globally renowned for its iconic monuments, particularly the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, which were built as tombs for pharaohs during the Old Kingdom. This ancient culture, with its rich history of pharaonic dynasties, hieroglyphic writing, and monumental architecture, continues to be a profound source of fascination and a major center for archaeological study.

Israel

Israel is a historic crossroads of civilizations and the ancestral homeland of the Jewish people, with a history spanning thousands of years. It is the birthplace of Judaism and Christianity and holds significant sites for Islam, including the Old City of Jerusalem. Established as a modern state in 1948, it is a central place in both ancient religious traditions and contemporary global affairs.

Hamas

“Hamas” is not a place or cultural site; it is a Palestinian Sunni-Islamic political and military organization. It was founded in 1987 during the First Intifada and has been the de facto governing authority in the Gaza Strip since 2007.