'New horizon of hope': World leaders hail Trump-mediated peace deal between Israel and Hamas
President Trump reacts to the historic peace deal between Hamas and Israel:
— Sean Hannity 🇺🇸 (@seanhannity) October 9, 2025
"It’s a great honor to be involved in it. The whole world came together, to be honest—so many countries you wouldn’t have even thought of came together. The world has united around this deal. So many… pic.twitter.com/LTe4Ryc161
WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump, in an exclusive interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity on Wednesday night, October 8, announced that a “landmark peace deal" between Israel and Hamas has been reached, hailing it as "a historic step toward peace in the Middle East."
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the deal a "diplomatic success" and a "moral victory" for Israel.
Trump announces Israel-Hamas peace deal
"The whole world came together" to make the deal happen, Trump said, crediting both "luck" and "talent".
"So many countries that you wouldn’t have thought of have come together. It’s been so great for Israel, so great for Muslims, for the Arab countries — and so great for the United States of America. This is more than Gaza — this is peace in the Middle East," he said.
Leaders across the world are welcoming the new developments, describing them as a potential turning point.
Israel and the world welcomes peace deal
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu:
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) October 9, 2025
With the approval of the first phase of the plan, all our hostages will be brought home. This is a diplomatic success and a national and moral victory for the State of Israel.
"With the approval of the first phase of the plan, all our hostages will be brought home. This is a diplomatic success and a national and moral victory for the State of Israel," Netanyahu said.
From the beginning, I made it clear: we'll not rest until all our hostages return and all our goals are achieved.
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) October 9, 2025
Through steadfast resolve, powerful military action, and the great efforts of our great friend and ally President Trump, we have reached this critical turning point.
He added, "From the beginning, I made it clear: we will not rest until all our hostages return and all our goals are achieved."
He thanked his "great friend and ally, President Trump," saying Israel has "reached this critical turning point."
This is a morning of historic and momentous news.
— יצחק הרצוג Isaac Herzog (@Isaac_Herzog) October 9, 2025
I give my full support for the agreement reached in Egypt. I express my thanks to Prime Minister @Netanyahu and the negotiating team, the mediators, and all those involved in this vital effort.
I wish to extend my deepest…
Israeli President Isaac Herzog took to X (formerly Twitter), offering an emphatic endorsement of the deal while thanking Trump, adding that "should he visit us in the coming days, he will be received with immense respect, affection, and gratitude by the people of Israel."
"This agreement will bring moments of indescribable relief to the dear families who have not slept for 733 days. This agreement offers a chance to mend, to heal, and to open a new horizon of hope for our region", the post read.
"This is a time to honor the heroes among us: our sons and daughters who fought bravely to bring the hostages home; the bereaved families; the wounded in body and spirit; and all who have paid an unbearable price for this historic and vital moment."
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed the breakthrough moment and urged swift follow-through.
"I welcome the announcement of an agreement to secure a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza. The United Nations will support full implementation and recovery efforts. This momentous opportunity must not be lost," Guterres said.
The initial phase of the deal
As per the initial phase of the deal, Hamas is expected to release all 20 living hostages by this weekend, while the Israeli military will begin withdrawing its troops from most of Gaza.
The IDF also released a statement on social media, welcoming the signing of the agreement for the return of the hostages.
"This is a great day for peace," Trump said. "Many years they talked about peace in the Middle East — now it’s happening."
