Trump says he supports transitional Palestinian panel in Gaza, announces 'Board of Peace' formed
NBC News • • world
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump announced his support for the newly appointed Palestinian Technocratic Government in Gaza, which is part of a fragile ceasefire agreement brokered by Washington that began in October 2023.
- The technocratic body, led by Ali Shaath and overseen by an international "Board of Peace" chaired by Trump, is intended to govern Gaza during a transitional period and work towards a peaceful future.
- Despite the ceasefire, violence continues with over 440 Palestinians and three Israeli soldiers killed since October, alongside unresolved issues such as the retrieval of an Israeli hostage, border crossing delays, and Hamas' refusal to disarm.
- The next phase of the ceasefire involves addressing complex challenges including disarming Hamas, facilitating further Israeli withdrawal, and deploying
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