As regards the Middle East Peace Process, both sides expressed deep concern about the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and hazards they pose to the entire region.

The two sides said that they welcome the ceasefire agreement in Gaza as well as the release of hostage and detainees, with Spain emphasizing appreciation of Egypt's role as a mediator and guarantor of the ceasefire agreement.  

The two sides affirmed the necessity of making the ceasefire a permanent one in order to enable the distribution of humanitarian aid and the release of the remaining hostages.

They added that they are committed to supporting the Palestinian Authority in providing essential services in the Gaza Strip and restoring order, in preparation for the reconstruction.

Meanwhile, Spain commended Egyptian efforts to facilitate the reconciliation process between Palestinian factions.

The two sides reaffirmed the right of Palestinians to remain on their land as well as their rejection of any attempt to displace Palestinians to neighboring countries.

They stressed the importance of rallying up international efforts to alleviate the suffering of the Gaza Strip through boosting humanitarian aid and commitment to the reconstruction of the Strip without any displacement of Palestinians from their land.

Egypt and Spain called on international donors to engage strongly in the reconstruction conference to be hosted by Egypt.

They underline commitment to supporting the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), in light of its pivotal and irreplaceable role as a main provider of humanitarian operations in the Gaza Strip and a lifeline for millions of Palestinian refugees in Palestine and the region.

Egypt acknowledges Spain's continued support for the UN relief agency and commends the role of the Spanish Presidency of the UNRWA Advisory Commission in supporting the agency's international status and ensuring its role in the stabilization phase, the communique read. (MORE)

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