Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that former United Nations Middle East envoy Nickolay Mladenov would direct a proposed United States-led board focused on peace initiatives in Gaza. The announcement followed a meeting between Netanyahu and Mladenov in Jerusalem on Thursday. Netanyahu referred to Mladenov as the designated director-general for the proposed board.
The board is intended to be a central component of a 20-point plan put forth by U.S. President Donald Trump, aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The plan led to a ceasefire in October, though reports indicate continued military actions by Israeli forces within the territory.
The specific mandate and operational details of the proposed board remain unclear. The U.S. government has yet to formally announce the board's establishment or confirm Mladenov's appointment.
Mladenov served as the UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process from 2015 to 2020, acting as a key mediator between Israel and Palestinian factions. His potential appointment to this role suggests a continued international effort to foster stability in the region.
The situation in Gaza remains volatile, with ongoing concerns about humanitarian conditions and security. Further details regarding the board's structure, funding, and specific objectives are anticipated in the coming weeks.
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