What happened: The US has announced the start of phase two of its Gaza peace plan, which involves setting up a technocratic Palestinian government and focuses on Gaza's reconstruction and demilitarisation, according to US envoy Steve Witkoff.
Why it matters:
- It aims to stabilise Gaza through governance and rebuilding efforts.
- The plan could impact Palestinians in Gaza and the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
MNN Take: This phase seeks to create a non-political Palestinian government to oversee rebuilding and reduce armed conflict in Gaza, representing a step in ongoing peace efforts.
Sources: BBC World