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US Launches Phase Two of Gaza Peace Plan

1/14/2026

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U.S. Launches Gaza Transition

The United States has launched Phase Two of U.S. President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, establishing a transitional government.
Special envoy Steve Witkoff urged Hamas to disarm and return the remains of Ran Gvili, the last Israeli hostage, warning of consequences.
Ali Shaath leads the new Palestinian administration, which aims to restore governance and public services.
Skepticism remains about Hamas's willingness to disarm, and sporadic violence persists despite the ceasefire.

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Trump Forms Gaza Committee

The Trump administration will announce a 15-member National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG) to oversee Gaza governance.
The NCAG will operate alongside the Board of Peace, led by Nickolay Mladenov.
Hamas has agreed to relinquish control to NCAG, though no transition deadline has been set.
Ayad Abu Ramadan, expected to become NCAG's commissioner for economy, trade, and industry, stressed Gaza's urgent recovery and described conditions as inhumane.

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Historical Context

The Oslo Accords, signed on September 13, 1993, marked a significant turning point in Israeli-Palestinian relations, establishing the Palestinian Authority and granting limited self-governance in Gaza and Jericho. This agreement followed the PLO's recognition of Israel and aimed to resolve longstanding conflicts. Today, renewed U.S. initiatives reflect ongoing efforts to stabilize governance amid skepticism regarding Hamas's role and the future of peace negotiations.

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U.S. Launches Gaza Transition

The United States has launched Phase Two of U.S. President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, establishing a transitional government.
Special envoy Steve Witkoff urged Hamas to disarm and return the remains of Ran Gvili, the last Israeli hostage, warning of consequences.
Ali Shaath leads the new Palestinian administration, which aims to restore governance and public services.
Skepticism remains about Hamas's willingness to disarm, and sporadic violence persists despite the ceasefire.

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