Overview

• US envoy Steve Witkoff said President Trump chaired the discussion on “a very comprehensive plan,” though the meeting was not on the public schedule.
• The Daily Telegraph reported Blair briefed Trump on rebuilding proposals and was believed to be working with Jared Kushner.
• Israel’s military told remaining residents that evacuation of Gaza City was “inevitable,” highlighting the ongoing operational pressure on the territory.
• The State Department said Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed the United States’ “unwavering commitment to Israel’s security” in a meeting with Israeli foreign minister Gideon Saar.
• Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey urged Blair to appear before Parliament to explain his involvement in the White House talks.