Senior representatives from the U.S., Egypt, Qatar and Türkiye have held talks in Miami to assess progress on the Gaza ceasefire and lay the groundwork for its next phase, according to a statement issued by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff.
The meeting reviewed the implementation of the first phase of the ceasefire, which officials said has delivered tangible outcomes, including increased humanitarian aid flows, the return of the bodies of hostages, partial troop withdrawals and a reduction in hostilities.
Discussions then turned to preparations for phase two, with the four parties stressing the need to establish a governing framework in Gaza under a unified Gazan authority capable of protecting civilians and maintaining public order.
The talks also addressed broader regional integration measures seen as critical to Gaza’s recovery and long-term stability. These included proposals to facilitate trade, develop infrastructure and enhance cooperation on shared resources such as energy and water.
According to the statement, participants expressed support for the near-term creation of a Board of Peace, envisaged as a transitional administration overseeing civilian governance, security arrangements and reconstruction efforts. Officials reviewed the next steps in rolling out the Comprehensive Peace Plan for Gaza, highlighting the importance of careful sequencing, close coordination and effective monitoring, in cooperation with local Gazan institutions and international partners.
The four sides reaffirmed their commitment to the U.S. president’s 20-point peace plan, calling on all parties involved to honour their obligations, exercise restraint and engage fully with agreed monitoring mechanisms.
Further consultations are expected in the coming weeks as efforts continue to advance the second phase of the ceasefire framework.
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