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Hamas demands compliance
A senior Hamas official has urged ceasefire mediators to ensure Israel’s full and immediate compliance with the terms of the agreement. Osama Hamdan emphasized that Hamas will not proceed with any prisoner exchange until a comprehensive and unconditional ceasefire is formally declared. He also reiterated the movement’s key demands including a complete halt to the genocidal war and withdrawal of occupation forces from Gaza's key areas. He stressed that governance of the Gaza Strip should be managed by independent Palestinian figures without Israel's interference. Hamas has already confirmed its approval of the first phase of a ceasefire arrangement. The movement praised Palestinians inside and outside the occupied territories for their resilience in defending their national rights. The Islamic Jihad Movement has also endorsed the deal that it regards as a fruit of resistance, not concession.
Iran for peace in Gaza
Iran has reiterated support for any initiative aimed at halting the genocidal war on Gaza and restoring the fundamental rights of the Palestinians. Iran’s Foreign Ministry says during the two years of genocide, Tehran used all diplomatic resources, particularly in the region, to pressure Israel and its allies to stop the war and withdraw from Gaza. The ministry also stressed the international community's responsibility to prevent violations by the occupation regime. Iran wants all parties to remain vigilant about Tel Aviv's ploys and compliance. Asian countries including Turkey, Pakistan, India and Japan have also welcomed the ceasefire deal. China has expressed hope for a permanent and comprehensive cessation of Israeli hostilities in the Gaza Strip.
'Let get aid to Gaza'
UN secretary general Antonio Guterres has welcomed the Gaza ceasefire agreement and demanded access for humanitarian workers to reach the strip. Meanwhile UNRWA Commissioner General Philippe Lazzarini has called on UN member states to support the agency’s efforts to get aid to Gaza in the coming critical period. He said the truce will bring long-awaited respite to civilians who have endured two years of bombardment, displacement, and loss. He confirmed that UNRWA has enough aid to feed the entire population for three months. Aid organizations in Gaza say the newly announced ceasefire can succeed only if full humanitarian access is granted to all relief groups.
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