President William Ruto has expressed his support for a proposal by US President Joe Biden, advocating for a cessation of the intensifying conflict between Israel and Palestine.
In a statement released on X, Ruto highlighted that this initiative, jointly spearheaded by the United States, Qatar, and Egypt, aims to facilitate a reconstruction program for Gaza.
“…In the first phase, a six-week ceasefire; withdrawal of Israeli forces from populated areas of Gaza; release of hostages and remains; the return of Palestinians to North Gaza and access to humanitarian assistance for conflict-affected persons,” Ruto said in part.
He further called on Israel and Palestine leaders to support the plan amid the ongoing conflict.
“Given the astronomical human suffering that this conflict has inflicted, I implore Israeli and Palestinian leadership, and all parties of goodwill, to support this plan,” he added.
Ruto, who departed the country on Sunday for Korea, further emphasized that the proposed plan will serve as the groundwork for establishing a lasting ceasefire and implementing a two-state solution. This solution envisions Israel and Palestine coexisting alongside each other, fostering a more stable and equitable region and world.
