Summary
World leaders gathered in Egypt to support a ceasefire deal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The summit, led by U.S. President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi, follows a recent agreement to release hostages and allow the return of displaced Palestinians. Despite progress, challenges remain in achieving lasting peace and rebuilding Gaza.
Key Facts
- The "Summit for Peace" was chaired by U.S. President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi.
- The summit aimed to end more than two years of conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
- Leaders from Israel and Hamas did not attend the summit.
- A ceasefire began after Hamas released Israeli hostages and Israel began freeing Palestinian prisoners.
- Egypt and the U.S. are pushing for the full implementation of the ceasefire's first phase.
- Plans are in discussion for international forces to assist with peacekeeping in Gaza.
- A major focus will be on disarming Hamas and creating a new government in Gaza.
- The cost of reconstruction in Gaza is estimated at $53 billion, with future conferences planned to address funding.
