Turning Point: Starmer and Guterres Arrive for Summit That Will Change the Middle East   

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres are set to join global leaders in Egypt for a critical peace summit aimed at formalizing a US-brokered agreement to end the war between Israel and Hamas.

Starmer's office confirmed the Prime Minister will travel to the Sharm el-Sheikh Peace Summit on Saturday, characterizing the diplomatic moment as a "historic turning point" following two years of conflict. The UN Secretary-General's office also confirmed Guterres’s attendance.

Marking the First Phase: Hostage Release

The summit’s central focus is the implementation of the multi-phase deal. The first stage is already underway, with the release of hostages held by Hamas expected to begin by Monday.

During the summit, the British leader is slated to publicly commend the diplomatic efforts of US President Donald Trump, alongside the key mediating roles played by Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey in securing the complex agreement.

Focus on Post-Conflict Governance

Beyond ceremonial support, Prime Minister Starmer is expected to use the platform to advocate for sustained international coordination on the agreement’s subsequent, more challenging phases.

He will likely emphasize the need to establish transitional governance in Gaza and deploy a ceasefire monitoring mission. These elements form the critical security and administrative pillars for ensuring the agreement holds. Starmer's office stated that he will reiterate Britain's "steadfast support" for securing the ceasefire and delivering essential humanitarian aid to the region.

The participation of both the UK Prime Minister and the UN Secretary-General elevates the summit, underscoring the international community's investment in establishing a durable security framework in Gaza following the two-year war.