US and Middle East Leaders Sign Declaration to End Gaza War

In a landmark diplomatic move, U.S. President Donald Trump joined with leaders of Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey to sign a joint declaration supporting a ceasefire and peace plan for Gaza. The agreement was reached during the Sharm El‑Sheikh Summit in Egypt as part of efforts to end the two‑year war between Israel and Hamas and lay the groundwork for reconstruction and stability.

What the Declaration Says

• The joint statement is titled the “Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity”, expressing commitment to ending hostilities and establishing lasting peace in Gaza and the broader region.
• It reaffirms the need for security, stability, humanitarian access, and the dignity of both Palestinians and Israelis.
• The document stops short of explicitly endorsing Palestinian statehood, although it frames the conflict as part of the broader Palestinian struggle.
• It names Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and the U.S. as co‑signatories and guarantors, pledging to support implementation.
• Notably, Israel and Hamas were not physically present at the signing; the deal builds on a prior ceasefire and hostage agreement.

Modi, India, and Trump: Diplomatic Side Signals

• During his speech at the summit, President Trump praised India, calling it a great country, and referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “a very good friend” who has done a “fantastic job.”
• Trump also expressed optimism about the future of India‑Pakistan relations, hoping that both countries “will live very nicely together.”
• These remarks followed a call between Modi and Trump to congratulate the U.S. leader on the breakthrough in the Gaza peace process.

Static Facts

• The summit took place 13 October 2025 in Sharm El‑Sheikh, Egypt.
• The Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity was signed by Trump, Egyptian President el‑Sisi, Qatar’s Emir, and Turkish President Erdogan.
• Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu and representatives of Hamas were absent from the summit.
• President Trump praised India and PM Modi, and expressed hope for peaceful relations with Pakistan.