Ahmed Kamel – Egypt Daily News
In a significant diplomatic development, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is attending the Gaza Peace Summit held this afternoon in the Egyptian resort city of Sharm El-Sheikh. The high-stakes gathering brings together world leaders in a renewed effort to end years of conflict and humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.
Netanyahu’s presence at the summit coincides with that of U.S. President Donald Trump, who arrived in Sharm El-Sheikh following his state visit to Israel, where he delivered a speech to the Knesset. The two leaders will join Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in co-leading the summit, signaling a coordinated international push toward a long-elusive resolution.
Delegations from around the world began arriving earlier today, underscoring the global interest in the outcomes of this high-level conference. The summit’s agenda focuses on de-escalating violence, facilitating reconstruction in Gaza, and establishing a framework for sustainable peace, with regional stability hanging in the balance.
Central to today’s proceedings is the expected signing of a peace agreement addressing the future of Gaza. While the full contents of the agreement have yet to be disclosed, officials suggest it includes security arrangements, commitments to international aid, and steps toward political reconciliation.
Netanyahu’s participation marks a notable moment in Israel’s evolving posture toward Gaza, as international pressure mounts for a diplomatic resolution. For President Trump, the summit offers an opportunity to revive American leadership in Middle East peace efforts, while Egypt continues its role as a key mediator in regional affairs.
As the summit unfolds behind closed doors, observers remain cautiously optimistic. The presence of both Netanyahu and Trump lends weight to the negotiations, but deep-rooted tensions and unresolved issues ensure that any agreement will face serious challenges in implementation.
Still, today’s summit may represent a rare window of opportunity—one that regional and global powers appear determined not to let pass.
