
Relatives and supporters of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip celebrate after the announcement that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace plan, as they gather at a plaza known as the hostages square in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Oct. 9, 2025. The Associated Press/Emilio Morenatti
Prime Minister Mark Carney has responded to news that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a peace plan that would pause fighting in Gaza.
On the social media platform X, the prime minister offered his congratulations to U.S. President Donald Trump for orchestrating the deal.