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World leaders welcome hostage-ceasefire deal, express hope it will endure

World leaders welcome the hostage-ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, expressing hope that it will endure. US President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump both praised the agreement, with Trump attributing it to his 'historic victory' in the November elections. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the deal 'long overdue' and emphasized the need for humanitarian aid and a two-state solution. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron also welcomed the deal, urging its full implementation. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen celebrated the reunification of hostages with their families and the opportunity for humanitarian aid to reach Gaza. Other leaders, including the UN Secretary-General, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt, also expressed support for the agreement and emphasized the importance of humanitarian aid and lasting peace.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/world-leaders-welcome-hostage-ceasefire-deal-express-hope-it-will-endure/
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