CAIRO - 5 February 2025: Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has reiterated Egypt’s unwavering commitment to the full implementation of the ceasefire currently in effect in Gaza, including the exchange of hostages and detainees.
During the Cabinet’s weekly meeting on Wednesday, Madbouly emphasized Egypt’s dedication to facilitating humanitarian aid access to Gaza in order to alleviate the unprecedented suffering endured by its population.
Additionally, he affirmed Egypt’s strong support for the reconstruction of Gaza, a sentiment echoed by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi throughout meetings and communications with various world leaders and officials.
Egypt, Qatar, and the United States have brokered a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel that took effect on January 19, following over 15 months of Israeli war in Gaza that has killed over 47,000 people and displaced the majority of population.
According to UN estimate, the Israeli bombardment has damaged or destroyed more than two-thirds of Gaza's structures.
As part of the first phase of the three-phase agreement, Hamas and Israel have conducted four prisoner exchanges, swapping a total of 18 captives—13 Israelis and 5 Thai nationals—since January 19.
In exchange, Israel has released 583 Palestinian prisoners, including dozens serving life sentences.
The next exchange is scheduled for Saturday, with more than 70 Israeli captives still remaining in Gaza.
The ceasefire has facilitated a significant increase in humanitarian aid, with nearly 9,000 aid trucks having entered Gaza since the ceasefire began, as reported by Al-Qahera News channel.
Wed, Feb. 5, 2025
