Witkoff published on the X platform a joint statement of the parties participating in Friday's meeting in Miami, in which it was announced that their talks concerned the implementation of the first phase of the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and preparations for the second phase.
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Which countries participated in the meeting in Miami?
What was discussed during the first phase of the truce?
What role is the Peace Council supposed to play?
When are the next phase two consultations planned?
It stressed that the first phase had brought progress, including increased humanitarian assistance, the return of hostage bodies, a partial withdrawal of forces and a reduction in the number of clashes between the sides.
Also discussed were: regional integration measures, including trade facilitation, infrastructure development, cooperation on energy, water and other resources, which are necessary for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, regional stability and long-term prosperity.
Donald Trump's peace plan. Peacekeeping troops will enter the Gaza Strip
Support was given for the establishment and launch of a Peace Council soon as a transitional administration dealing with the civilian aspects of security and reconstruction.
It reaffirmed its commitment to President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan and called on all parties to honor their commitments, exercise restraint and cooperate with those monitoring the process. Further consultations on the implementation of phase two are scheduled to take place in the coming weeks.
The second phase of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas includes the withdrawal of the army from part of the territory of the Strip and the deployment of the international stabilization force (ISF) there. The governing structures in the Strip are to be headed by a Peace Council chaired by Trump, which will include about 10 leaders from Arab and Western countries, US officials previously reported. Trump announced that he plans to announce the establishment of the Peace Council early next year.
