Overview
- U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff announced Phase Two, initiating Gaza’s full demilitarization, technocratic administration and reconstruction under the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza.
- Egypt’s foreign minister said an agreement was reached on 15 Palestinian members of the technical committee that will run day-to-day services in the Strip.
- Ali Shaath is reported as the expected head of the temporary administration, with formal confirmation still pending.
- Washington warned of “grave consequences” if Hamas fails to return the remains of the last deceased hostage and said all unauthorized personnel must disarm.
- The plan envisions an international stabilization force and a proposed Board of Peace, as Ramallah backs the committee while urging Palestinian unity, and NGOs flag ongoing aid shortfalls and continuing Israeli operations as hurdles to implementation through the transition targeted to 31 December 2027.