The disengagement of forces agreement between Israel and Egypt was a crucial turning point in Middle Eastern relations following the Yom Kippur War of 1973. The war had seen Egypt and Syria launch a surprise attack on Israeli forces on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, resulting in significant casualties on both sides. The conflict highlighted the urgent need for diplomatic solutions in the region. Facilitated by the United States, the negotiations took place in Geneva, where U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger played a vital role in mediating the discussions. The agreement called for a ceasefire and outlined specific plans for troop withdrawals along the Suez Canal, thereby establishing a buffer zone monitored by the United Nations.This agreement not only aimed to minimize hostilities but also laid the groundwork for future negotiations, including the Camp David Accords in 1978. The signing of the disengagement deal involved significant compromises from both sides, as Israel began to withdraw from territories while Egypt agreed to maintain peace and recognize Israel's right to exist. The move was celebrated as a diplomatic breakthrough by Israel and marked Egypt's shift toward a more pragmatic foreign policy, ultimately helping to stabilize the region in the years that followed.