Pretoria: President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire in the Middle East, expressing hope that it will pave the way for a permanent resolution to the conflict. Speaking during the Credentials Ceremony at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria, President Ramaphosa said South Africa supports ongoing efforts to end hostilities.

According to South African Government News Agency, President Ramaphosa reiterated South Africa's long-standing position that peace should be achieved through dialogue rather than force. He emphasized the country's persistent calls for dialogue and mediation to prevent further loss of life and destruction of property, advocating for a just, sustainable, and lasting peace.

South Africa has consistently championed the need for a ceasefire in the Middle East, arguing that dialogue is the only viable path toward a sustainable solution. The country has urged universal recognition of United Nations resolutions on peace and conflict resolution, which aim to advance civilian protection and broker ceasefire deals.

In Pretoria, President Ramaphosa called on all countries to uphold international law and respect sovereignty. He highlighted South Africa's international relations outlook, which is grounded in the values of its Constitution, including human dignity, equality, and freedom, seeking a global order defined by peace and friendship among nations.

President Ramaphosa stressed that global peace and security should be achieved through cooperation and adherence to international agreements, rather than force. He underlined the importance of global solidarity, multilateral diplomacy, and respect for the multilateral system to address challenges such as conflict, poverty, and inequality.