Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Monday commended U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed Gaza ceasefire plan, describing it as a crucial step toward peace in the region as mediators from Hamas, Israel, and the United States gathered in Cairo for high-stakes talks.
“I can only extend my praise and appreciation for U.S. President Donald Trump for his initiative that seeks a ceasefire in Gaza after two years of war, genocide, killing, and destruction,” Sisi said in a televised address marking the anniversary of the 1973 Arab-Israeli War, known in Egypt as the October War.
Sisi Calls for Lasting Peace and Reconstruction
The Egyptian leader said the proposed framework — which includes a ceasefire, hostage-prisoner exchange, and reconstruction of Gaza — could lay the foundation for a sustainable peace process leading to the recognition of a Palestinian state.
“A ceasefire, the return of prisoners and detainees, the reconstruction of Gaza, and the launch of a peaceful political process that leads to the establishment and recognition of the Palestinian state means we are on the right path to lasting peace and stability,” Sisi said.
Historical Context and Regional Diplomacy
Sisi used the commemoration of the Yom Kippur War — which ultimately led to the Camp David Accords and the 1979 peace treaty between Egypt and Israel — to underscore Egypt’s long-standing commitment to regional stability.
“Peace imposed by force only generates strife, while peace built on justice is what produces true normalisation,” he noted.
He described the Camp David Accords as the “foundation of future peace deals in the region,” adding that they must continue to be strengthened to ensure lasting stability.
Egypt’s Role as Mediator
Egypt has played a central mediating role in ongoing efforts to end the Gaza conflict, working alongside Qatar and the United States to broker a truce between Hamas and Israel.
Cairo has also repeatedly warned against forced displacement of Palestinians into Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, calling it a red line for national security.
“The Egyptian army is committed to its mission to protect the country and preserve its borders and is not afraid of challenges,” Sisi reaffirmed.
U.S.-Egypt Ties and Security Cooperation
Since the Camp David peace treaty, Egypt has been among the largest recipients of U.S. military aid, maintaining decades of close security and intelligence cooperation with both Washington and Tel Aviv.
The current round of negotiations in Cairo — attended by delegations from Hamas, Israel, and U.S. mediators — aims to secure a temporary truce, facilitate hostage exchanges, and create conditions for humanitarian aid to enter Gaza.
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