The negotiations underway in Sharm El Sheikh represent one of the most consequential diplomatic efforts to end the ongoing tragedy in Gaza. At the heart of these talks lies a shared urgency — to transform the devastating conflict into a pathway for peace, reconstruction, and self-determination for the Palestinian people.
Qatar, playing a pivotal mediating role alongside Egypt and the United States, continues to demonstrate steadfast commitment to advancing President Donald Trump’s proposed peace framework. As explained by Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari, Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the discussions are now focused on overcoming the practical obstacles that stand between agreement and implementation. The goal is not merely a ceasefire, but a sustainable peace that ensures no return to violence or humanitarian collapse.
Central to the talks is the establishment of an international presence in Gaza — a mechanism to monitor, oversee, and enforce the ceasefire while facilitating the delivery of urgent humanitarian aid. With famine-like conditions persisting and infrastructure in ruins, such oversight is essential to prevent any power vacuum that could reignite instability. The envisioned plan includes 20 key points, from the release of hostages and prisoner exchanges to the secure entry of aid and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces.
Qatar’s diplomatic neutrality, combined with its moral clarity, has been vital in keeping all parties engaged. Doha’s message is consistent: the future of Gaza must be determined by the Palestinian people themselves. As Dr. Al Ansari emphasised, no peace plan will fully satisfy either side, yet compromise is the only path forward. Qatar’s role, both now and in the reconstruction phase, will focus on alleviating suffering and ensuring that Palestinian affairs remain in Palestinian hands.
The international community must match these mediation efforts with tangible action. The ongoing bombardment and blockade have turned Gaza into a humanitarian catastrophe, Dr. Al Ansari said.
According to the report by the Ministry of Health in Gaza, the total number of those killed has reached 67,173, including 20,179 children, 10,427 women, 4,813 elderly individuals, and 31,754 men, with the number of wounded standing at 169,780.
The Sharm El Sheikh negotiations offer a rare opportunity to end the bloodshed and lay the foundation for a just peace. What is needed now is resolve, from all stakeholders, to turn diplomatic consensus into a lasting reality for the people of Gaza.
