Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt – October 12, 2025 – In what is being described as a defining moment for Middle East diplomacy, world leaders have arrived in the Egyptian resort city of Sharm El Sheikh for a high-stakes Gaza Peace Summit aimed at securing a long-term ceasefire and ending months of devastating conflict.
Hosted by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the summit brings together an extraordinary coalition of global power players, signaling unprecedented urgency to stabilize the region and restore humanitarian aid to millions affected by the war.
High-Level Delegations in Attendance
Among those attending are:
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U.S. President Donald Trump
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres
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German Chancellor Annalena Baerbock
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French President Emmanuel Macron
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
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Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani
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Representatives from Israel and mediators from Hamas through Qatar and Egypt
Diplomatic insiders say this summit could become the most significant peace effort in the Middle East in over a decade.
Key Agenda Items on the Table
The summit will focus on:
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A permanent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas
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Release of hostages and prisoners
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Humanitarian access to Gaza, including medical supplies and food delivery
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Security guarantees for both Israelis and Palestinians
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A roadmap toward political negotiations for a two-state solution
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Post-war reconstruction plan estimated at over $50 billion
Rising Hope, Lingering Tension
While hopes for peace are high, diplomatic tensions remain. Israel has demanded security assurances and disarmament of militant groups, while Palestinian negotiators insist on an end to occupation and international recognition of statehood.
UN Secretary-General Guterres called on all sides to show restraint.
“History is watching,” he said. “This summit must not become another missed opportunity. The people of Gaza and Israel deserve peace—now.”
Humanitarian Crisis Drives Urgency
The war in Gaza has left tens of thousands dead and triggered a humanitarian disaster. Hospitals are overwhelmed, infrastructure is destroyed, and over 2 million people face displacement.
International aid organizations say a ceasefire is the only path to survival for civilians.
Security Tight in Sharm El Sheikh
Egypt has deployed thousands of security officers as heavily armed patrols secure hotels and conference venues. Airspace over the region has been partially restricted amid fears of escalation or sabotage by extremist groups.
What Comes Next
The summit is expected to last three days, with negotiators warning that talks could extend if significant progress is made. A draft ceasefire agreement—backed by the U.S., Egypt, and Qatar—is already on the table, raising cautious optimism among diplomats.
If successful, this summit could lay the foundation for the most comprehensive Middle East peace framework since the Oslo Accords.