Israel has killed more than 66,000 Palestinians and destroyed large swathes Gaza since it launched its brutal war in October 2023. (Photo/Jehad Alshrafi/AP Photo)
The State of Palestine has welcomed US President Donald Trump’s proposal to end the war in Gaza, affirming its confidence in his ability to chart a path toward peace.
In a statement issued through the official WAFA news agency, it said it "welcomes the sincere and tireless efforts of President Donald J. Trump to end the war on Gaza, and affirms its confidence in his ability to find a path toward peace."
The statement stressed Palestine’s readiness to work with the US, regional states and international partners toward a comprehensive agreement.
The State of Palestine welcomes the sincere and determined efforts of President Donald Trump to end the war on Gaza and affirms its confidence in his ability to find a path toward peace. It also underscores the importance of the partnership with the US in achieving peace. pic.twitter.com/UXk3ZRZWSH
— WAFA News Agency - English (@WAFANewsEnglish) September 29, 2025
It said any deal must ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza, the release of captives and prisoners, mechanisms to protect civilians and uphold the ceasefire, and guarantees to prevent land annexation, forced displacement and unilateral measures that violate international law.
The Palestinian statement further called for the release of withheld tax revenues, a full Israeli withdrawal, and the unification of Palestinian land and institutions across Gaza, the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem.
It reaffirmed the aim of "a just peace based on a two-state solution, with an independent and sovereign State of Palestine living side by side with Israel in peace and good neighborliness, in accordance with international legitimacy."
Palestinian officials also pledged reforms, including holding presidential and parliamentary elections within a year after the war ends.
The statement said Palestine is committed to building "a modern, democratic and unarmed state that adheres to pluralism and the peaceful transfer of power."
It also pledged to align education reforms with UNESCO standards and establish a unified social welfare system subject to international auditing.
"We are ready to engage positively and constructively with the US and all parties to achieve peace, security and stability for the peoples of the region," the statement said.
Regional leaders back plan
Türkiye and a group of Arab and Islamic states have welcomed US President Donald Trump’s Gaza ceasefire proposal, pledging to work with Washington to finalise the agreement and ensure its implementation.
In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Egypt also said they were ready to cooperate positively with the US and relevant parties to bring the agreement to completion.
Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye, Qatar, and Egypt. pic.twitter.com/XDqgHxNkGd
— Foreign Ministry ???????? (@KSAmofaEN) September 29, 2025
"I commend US President Donald Trump’s efforts and leadership aimed at halting the bloodshed in Gaza and achieving a ceasefire," Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in a statement.
He added that Türkiye would continue to contribute to the diplomatic process with the goal of establishing "a just and lasting peace acceptable to all parties."
I commend US President Donald Trump’s efforts and leadership aimed at halting the bloodshed in Gaza and achieving a ceasefire.
— Recep Tayyip Erdoğan (@RTErdogan) September 29, 2025
Türkiye will continue to contribute to the process with a view to establishing a just and lasting peace acceptable to all parties.
The comments came after Trump presented the main points of his Gaza ceasefire plan at a news conference in Washington alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The proposal calls for the release of Israeli captives held in Gaza and the disarmament of Hamas.
Global support
World leaders also welcomed US President Donald Trump’s proposal to end the war in Gaza, urging all parties to accept the plan and move toward peace.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the proposal could bring an end to the suffering if implemented.
"We call on all sides to come together and to work with the US Administration to finalise this agreement and bring it into reality. Hamas should now agree to the plan by laying down their arms and releasing all remaining hostages," he said.
The new US initiative to deliver an end to the war in Gaza is profoundly welcome. pic.twitter.com/N1UxkEHY1J
— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) September 29, 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron also voiced support, saying he welcomed Trump’s "commitment to ending the war in Gaza and securing the release of all hostages."
Macron added: "I expect Israel to engage resolutely on this basis. Hamas has no choice but to immediately release all hostages and follow this plan."
I welcome President @realDonaldTrump’s commitment to ending the war in Gaza and securing the release of all hostages.
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) September 29, 2025
I expect Israel to engage resolutely on this basis. Hamas has no choice but to immediately release all hostages and follow this plan.…
Italy described the initiative as potentially pivotal.
"The proposal presented today by US President Donald Trump could mark a turning point, enabling a permanent cessation of hostilities, the immediate release of all hostages, and full and secure humanitarian access for the civilian population," the prime minister’s office said.
Germany’s foreign minister Johann Wadephul said Trump’s Gaza plan was a "historic opportunity to end the horrific war" and pledged Berlin’s readiness to provide "concrete support" for its implementation.
Der US-Plan für #Gaza bietet die einmalige Chance, den fürchterlichen Krieg in Gaza zu beenden. Diese Chance darf nicht vertan werden.
— Johann Wadephul (@AussenMinDE) September 29, 2025
Vollständiges Statement hier:
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European Council President Antonio Costa also praised the US initiative.
"I welcome President Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza and I am encouraged by Netanyahu’s positive response," he said.
Costa urged "all parties to give peace in the Middle East a genuine chance," stressing that a two-state solution remains "the only practical path toward a just and lasting peace."
I welcome President @realDonaldTrump’s plan to end the war in Gaza and I am encouraged by Prime Minister @netanyahu’s positive response.
— António Costa (@eucopresident) September 29, 2025
All parties must seize this moment to give peace a genuine chance.
The situation in Gaza is intolerable. Hostilities must end, and all…
Norway’s government similarly expressed its support, saying: "We welcome President Trump’s plan for a ceasefire in Gaza.
We are in close contact with our partners in the region and beyond to help bring an end to the war."
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the plan on X, writing that "a durable peace between Palestinians and Israelis is essential for political stability and economic growth in the region."
I welcome President Trump’s 20-point plan to ensure an end to the war in Gaza.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) September 29, 2025
I am also convinced that durable peace between the Palestinian people and Israel would be essential in bringing political stability and economic growth to the region.
It is also my firm belief that…
The coordinated expressions of support come after Trump outlined the key points of his ceasefire proposal in Washington alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The plan includes the release of Israeli captives held in Gaza, the disarmament of Hamas, and measures to guarantee humanitarian access.
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Source: TRT