Saudi Arabia, China welcome Gaza ceasefire agreement

Saudi Arabia has welcomed the first phase of Gaza ceasefire agreement on Thursday.

According to details, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its appreciation for the efforts of US President Donald Trump and the countries involved in mediation.

The ministry praised the role played by these countries in reaching the agreement.

Moreover, China has welcomed the first phase of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza. The Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed hope that a permanent and comprehensive ceasefire will be established in the region.

China also reiterated its commitment to working with the international community to achieve a just solution to the Palestinian issue.

Meanwhile, the Egyptian media has confirmed that the Gaza ceasefire agreement came into effect.

Developments in Sharm el-Sheikh mark a turning point in the war, Egyptian media report. The Egyptian foreign minister will attend the ministerial meeting on Gaza, Egyptian media add.

20 Israeli hostages are expected to be released from Gaza on Sunday or Monday, an Israeli official says.

The world witnessed a historic moment in which peace prevails, the Egyptian president declares.

After two years of hardship, a ceasefire agreement in Gaza has been reached, the Egyptian president confirmed.