**Carney Calls Hostage Release Under Gaza Deal a "Moment of Profound Relief"** OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney described the release of hostages as part of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza as "a moment of profound relief." He urged all involved parties to adhere to the ceasefire terms. Carney traveled to Egypt on Sunday to participate in the signing of a Middle East peace plan alongside other world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump. The media was not informed of Carney's trip until shortly before his departure, when an update to his itinerary was released. The event, referred to as the "Summit for Peace," coincided with Hamas's release of the last 20 living Israeli hostages. In response, Israel began releasing hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. In a statement issued on Monday, Carney reflected on the dual emotions felt by the Jewish community. He stated, "For the Jewish people, this is a moment that holds two truths at once — a grief for what cannot be restored, and a fragile light of what might still be repaired." Carney also took the opportunity to honor those killed in the Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023. Among the victims he mentioned were Canadians Vivian Silver, Netta Epstein, Alexandre Look, Judih Weinstein, Shir Georgy, Ben Mizrachi, and Adi Vital-Kaploun, as well as Tiferet Lapidot, who had close ties to Canada. In his statement, Carney commended Trump's leadership in promoting the peace plan. He called for all parties to implement the ceasefire's terms, which include establishing a transitional governance structure for Gaza. The goal is to work toward a lasting political solution that allows Israelis and Palestinians to coexist peacefully. Carney emphasized that Hamas must disarm and not participate in the governance of a future demilitarized Palestinian state. He stated, "The release of hostages must be a turning point toward lasting peace." However, Israel has dismissed any potential role for the internationally recognized Palestinian Authority in Gaza. Uncertainties remain about the future, raising concerns about a possible return to conflict, even as global efforts for peace continue.