United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has welcomed the announcement by US President Donald Trump of a plan aimed at achieving a lasting peace in Gaza.

Trump made the announcement alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benajmin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday, and is awaiting Hamas’ formal response.

Guterres also welcomed the role Arab and Muslim nations were playing towards achieving a ceasefire in Gaza, and in support of the Trump proposal.

UN Spokesperson, Farhan Haq, says, “It is now crucial that all parties commit to an agreement and its implementation. The Secretary-General reiterates that our priority must be to ease the tremendous suffering caused by this conflict. He once again reiterates his call for an immediate and permanent ceasefire, unfettered humanitarian access across Gaza and for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages, and he hopes that this will create the conditions allowing for the realization of the two-state solution.”

Haq adds, “The United Nations remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting all efforts that promote peace, stability, and a more hopeful future for the people of Palestine and Israel and across the region.”