NEW YORK, October 9, 2025 (WAFA) – United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres renewed his welcome of the announcement of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, based on the plan put forward by US President Donald Trump.

Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Guterres said the world had long awaited this moment, urging all parties to seize the opportunity in a genuine and constructive manner.

He called on all sides to fully comply with the terms of the agreement and to take advantage of the opportunities it presents, affirming that the United Nations stands ready to offer its full support and, along with its partners, is prepared to act immediately.

“We have the expertise, distribution networks, and community relationships in place to act. Supplies are in place, our teams are on standby, and we can immediately scale up food, water, health, and shelter assistance,” Guterres said.

He emphasized that turning the ceasefire into meaningful progress requires more than silencing the guns. He stressed the need for full, safe, and sustained access for humanitarian workers, the removal of barriers and restrictions, and the reconstruction of destroyed infrastructure.

The Secretary-General also underscored the importance of ensuring that UN member states provide sufficient funding for humanitarian operations to meet the vast needs on the ground.

He urged all parties to use this momentum to establish a credible political path forward aimed at ending the occupation, recognizing the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination, and achieving the two-state solution.

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