Brussels: Global leaders have expressed cautious optimism following Hamas’ announcement that it is willing to immediately enter negotiations for the release of all hostages under US President Donald Trump’s 20-point ceasefire plan for Gaza. The development has been hailed by diplomats and international officials as a potential turning point in the two-year-long conflict.

Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, described the moment as a “vital opportunity” to end the “carnage and the suffering in Gaza” while also facilitating the release of both Israeli hostages and detained Palestinians. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres echoed this sentiment, welcoming Hamas’ response and calling it an encouraging step toward ending hostilities and restoring hope in the regi

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