NAIROBI, Kenya – Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, describing it as a “significant milestone” toward global peace after more than two years of conflict in Gaza.
In a statement shared on his official social media platforms on Tuesday, Mudavadi said the truce offers hope for millions affected by the protracted war that has caused immense human suffering and widespread destruction.
“One of the best things that has happened at the moment is seeing the ceasefire in the Middle East between Israel and the Hamas group in Gaza. It is such a significant development, and so many lives have been lost. People have died. They are desolate,” Mudavadi said.
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The Prime CS commended international mediators and leaders for facilitating the agreement, urging all parties to implement the deal with sincerity and commitment.
He expressed optimism that the breakthrough could serve as a model for resolving other conflicts worldwide.
“Leaders are signing off on this peace agenda, which is so important. We look forward to genuine and committed implementation of this agreement,” he added.
Mudavadi also reflected on the devastating impact of the conflict, noting that “terrorism and the reactions it provokes both come at a heavy cost,” and emphasizing that there are no real winners in such wars.
“The cost of terrorism is bad, and equally, the reaction to terrorism can be very devastating. It’s really difficult to say there’s a winner out of this,” he said, expressing relief at the ceasefire’s progress.
The truce, which has begun easing restrictions in Gaza, has allowed displaced residents to start returning to their homes and enabled humanitarian aid agencies to resume operations.
Children affected by malnutrition and food shortages are among those expected to benefit from renewed relief efforts.
Mudavadi said Kenyans should draw lessons from the Gaza experience, stressing that peace and stability are essential for development.
“Those who fail to understand the consequences of chaos and conflict risk repeating the same mistakes,” he said. “Peace remains the most important foundation for national and global progress.”
