Norway: Norway's Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on Friday called for aid to Gaza and the release of hostages as the ceasefire takes effect, describing it as a crucial step toward ending what he termed a 'catastrophic war.' "I welcome the entry into force of the ceasefire in Gaza and the withdrawal of Israeli forces to agreed areas," Eide stated on US social media company X. He urged all sides to ensure the release of hostages and prisoners and to allow humanitarian aid to flow into the besieged enclave. "If the agreement holds, this is the beginning of the end of a catastrophic war," he added.

According to Anadolu Agency, the Israeli army began phase one of its gradual troop withdrawal from the Gaza Strip on Friday and is set to complete its withdrawal to the locations specified in US President Donald Trump's plan to end the war on the Gaza Strip within 24 hours, as reported by Israeli media. The withdrawal process, in line with Trump's plan, is expected to be completed by Friday afternoon, Israeli Army Radio reported.