The South African Jewish Board of Deputies has welcomed the newly brokered peace deal fostered by the United States and Arab Nations.

This comes after US President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have both signed off on the first phase of a peace plan.

National Chair of the SAJBD Karen Milner says that the board remained unwavering in its advocacy for a sustainable peace, the immediate release of the hostages, as well as a permanent ceasefire.

“The Jewish community of South Africa has remained steadfast since the start of the war in calling for a sustainable peace, with the return of the hostages and removal of Hamas. It has appeared that this day has come. We welcome the deal with joyful hearts, tempered by the suffering that has gone before, and a long healing that will be required on both sides of this awful conflict.”

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