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, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti)
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, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti)
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is urging all parties involved in the U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan to follow through.
Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a plan that would pause the fighting and see Hamas release the 20 living hostages while Israel pulls troops back to an agreed-upon line.
Carney thanked U.S. President Donald Trump, Qatar, Egypt and Turkey for their work to orchestrate the deal.
He said Thursday morning the next 48 hours will be crucial and that Canada will support the process with humanitarian aid.
In a statement on X, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand called for the immediate and unimpeded resumption of humanitarian aid in the besieged territory.
She also said Canada will support all efforts to turn this positive step into lasting peace for Israelis and Palestinians.
This report by ɫtvwas first published Oct. 9, 2025.
