Sharm el Sheikh: In a significant diplomatic development, the President of Egypt has described U.S. President Donald Trump’s Middle East peace proposal as a pivotal opportunity to resolve ongoing conflicts in the region. Speaking at a summit in Sharm El Sheikh, the Egyptian leader emphasized that the plan represents a crucial moment for lasting stability and urged all parties to seize this chance for dialogue and reconciliation.

The summit, aimed at addressing the recent escalation between Israel and Hamas, resulted in a ceasefire agreement. As part of the deal, Hamas released all 20 remaining Israeli hostages, while Israel freed over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners. The exchange has been hailed as a first step toward broader peace in the region.

President Trump praised the agreement, declaring the conflict in Gaza effectively over and urging leaders to move beyond past disputes. However, analysts caution that major challenges remain, including disarming militant groups, rebuilding Gaza, and establishing a long-term governance framework.

Regional reactions have been mixed. While the Egyptian President highlighted the importance of diplomacy, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed caution, viewing the ceasefire as tentative and choosing not to attend the summit due to religious observances.

The coming months will be critical in determining whether the agreement can pave the way for lasting peace or if deeper issues will continue to fuel tensions across the region.