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Starmer set to pay tribute to Donald Trump at Gaza peace summit

Starmer welcomes Gaza peace plan breakthrough
  • Sir Keir Starmer will attend an international peace summit in Egypt to support the fragile ceasefire agreed in Gaza.
  • The Prime Minister is expected to pay tribute to Donald Trump, who is reportedly attending, and the diplomatic efforts of Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey.
  • A "signing ceremony" for a Gaza peace plan will take place at the event, aiming to mark a significant turning point for the Middle East.
  • The US president's 20-point plan includes Israel maintaining an open-ended military presence in Gaza and an international force, primarily from Arab and Muslim countries, responsible for security.
  • The first phase of the plan anticipates the return of remaining hostages and the release of Palestinian prisoners by Monday morning.
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