LONDON: Palestinian vice president Hussein Al-Sheikh discussed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip with Tony Blair and a US government representative on Sunday.
The meeting in Ramallah also focused on issues related to the occupied West Bank, particularly the requirements for achieving self-determination and Palestinian statehood, according to Wafa news agency. It follows last week’s Security Council resolution, which includes the deployment of an International Stabilization Force in Gaza and plans for the reconstruction and governance of the territory.
Al-Sheikh acknowledged the efforts of US President Donald Trump and mediators from Egypt, Qatar, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, and the EU in establishing the ceasefire in Gaza and facilitating humanitarian aid, reconstruction, and peace, the Wafa added.
The meeting was attended by Maj. Gen. Majid Faraj, head of the General Intelligence Service, president’s advisor for diplomatic affairs Majdi Al-Khaldi, and presidential spokesman Nabil Abu Rudeina.
Blair served as the Quartet’s special envoy to the Middle East from 2007 to 2015. He is expected to play a role in the postwar administration of Gaza, which will oversee the funding and redevelopment of the territory.
