A landmark ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas was formally signed during a high-profile summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on October 13, 2025. The event, co-chaired by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and U.S. President Donald Trump, brought together leaders from over 20 countries and representatives from regional and international organizations. The summit aimed to address the cessation of hostilities in the Gaza Strip, promote Middle Eastern peace and stability, and lay the groundwork for a new era of regional security. The ceasefire, which took effect on October 10, 2025, followed three days of intense negotiations mediated by Egypt, Qatar, Türkiye, and the United States. The agreement’s initial phase includes the withdrawal of Israeli troops from key areas such as Gaza City, Rafah, and Khan Younis, the opening of five humanitarian aid crossings, and the exchange of hostages and prisoners. Hamas confirmed the release of all 20 remaining hostages captured during the October 7, 2023, attack on southern Israel, while Israel began freeing nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees. The prolonged conflict has left Gaza in ruins, with over 67,000 fatalities and widespread famine, according to Gaza’s health authorities and UN-backed experts. The summit marks a critical step toward ending the devastating war and fostering long-term peace in the region.