Board of Peace envoy meets Netanyahu, urges halt to Gaza strikes amid disarmament talks
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At a glance
- A Board of Peace envoy met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss a new Gaza disarmament deal.
- The envoy also urged an immediate halt to Israeli strikes in Gaza.
- The meeting focused on the postwar transition and security arrangements for the region.
A high-level official from the Board of Peace overseeing Gaza's postwar transition met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday to advance discussions on a potential disarmament deal with Hamas. The meeting, described as "constructive and detailed," also included a strong call for an immediate cessation of Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip.
Nikolay Mladenov, the Board of Peace's representative, engaged in talks with Netanyahu and his team, according to a statement released by the board. The primary objective of these discussions was to solidify a framework for disarmament and establish security arrangements aimed at preventing future conflict in the region.
The Board of Peace emphasized that the goal of disarming Gaza is clear and non-negotiable. The envoy's visit underscores the ongoing international efforts to broker a lasting peace and stability in the aftermath of recent hostilities, focusing on both immediate de-escalation and long-term security solutions.
The goal is clear and is not in question: the...
Originally published by PBS NewsHour in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.