Miami: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Israeli violations are complicating efforts to advance a peace plan in the Gaza Strip. This statement followed high-level talks in the United States, involving officials from Egypt and Qatar.

According to Anadolu Agency, the United States, Trkiye, Egypt, and Qatar convened discussions on the situation in Gaza, held in Miami. Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan, who represented Trkiye, shared insights from a Gaza-focused meeting involving related contacts. He emphasized that significant time has elapsed since the implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan, which was initiated based on an agreement from the Sharm el-Sheikh Peace Summit.

Fidan explained that with the first phase completed after the release of the last hostage, discussions are now centered on the parameters for moving to the second phase. He described the recent meeting as the most significant since the Sharm el-Sheikh summit. Fidan stressed that ceasefire violations by Israel are jeopardizing the peace plan and pose substantial risks to progressing to the second phase. He noted a consensus among all parties on this issue and mentioned discussions on preventing further violations.

Fidan highlighted that the meeting addressed a preliminary study for Gaza's reconstruction. Trkiye emphasized three key parameters: governance by Gazans, territorial integrity, and actions benefiting Gazans. Significant investment is anticipated for Gaza's reconstruction, with a focus on ensuring it benefits the local population.

Additionally, discussions included potential timelines for transferring Gaza's administration to a technocratic committee, establishing a Peace Council, and initiating parallel talks on forming an International Stability Force. Fidan regarded the meeting as the most critical at the highest level since Sharm el-Sheikh.

Highlighting the importance of humanitarian aid, Fidan noted Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's particular sensitivity to the issue. He referenced Trkiye's experience in completing a massive housing project following a devastating earthquake, suggesting that such experience could be applied to Gaza's reconstruction efforts.