Doha: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres commended the persistent mediation efforts of Qatar, Egypt, Turkiye, and the United States in maintaining the implementation of the ceasefire in Gaza, adding that this constructive international cooperation reflects a joint commitment to peace and to alleviating the suffering of civilians.

According to Qatar News Agency, Guterres, while participating in the Sharm El Sheikh Peace Summit in Egypt, welcomed the continued implementation of the Gaza ceasefire. This ceasefire is based on a proposal by US President Donald Trump, which includes the release of hostages and detainees.

This development was highlighted in a statement made by the UN Secretary-General Spokesman Stephane Dujarric. The statement emphasized, "The United Nations and its partners are rapidly scaling up operations across Gaza. UN agencies are reaching communities in areas that were cut off for months, delivering life-saving assistance."

The statement further noted, "These efforts mark an essential first step in stabilizing conditions and restoring basic human dignity, but the needs remain vast, and sustained access and funding are critical."

Guterres called on all parties to consolidate the ceasefire and transform it into lasting peace. He also appealed to regional and international actors to seize this moment to restart a credible political process that can deliver the outcome of two independent, sovereign, democratic States.