Former UK Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair is reportedly in discussions to lead a post-war transitional authority in Gaza, a proposal that is believed to have support from the White House. The plan would involve Blair overseeing a governing authority backed by the United Nations and Gulf nations, before eventually transferring control to the Palestinian people. His office has indicated he will not endorse any initiative that may displace Gazans.

Since leaving office in 2007, Blair has served as the Middle East envoy for the Quartet, focusing on economic development and fostering conditions for a two-state solution. His involvement in high-level talks regarding Gaza follows a White House meeting in August concerning the territory’s future.

These discussions come amidst ongoing tensions, as Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas expressed readiness to collaborate with U.S. leaders on a two-state peace plan while rejecting any governing role for Hamas in Gaza. Meanwhile, the recent UK recognition of the state of Palestine has drawn criticism from Israel and the U.S., who view it as favorable to Hamas.

The escalation in Gaza has resulted in significant casualties, with over 65,419 reported deaths from Israeli attacks, following a Hamas attack on southern Israel that claimed around 1,200 lives. A UN commission has labeled Israel’s actions as genocide, which Israel has denied.



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