US officials have discussed the implementation of the second phase of Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff said in an X post, APA reports.
According to him, the consultations, held on January 24, also involved Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, senior White House advisor Josh Gruenbaum and businessman Aryeh Lightstone. "The discussion focused on the continued progress and implementation planning for Phase 2 of President Trump’s 20-Point Plan for Gaza, which the United States and Israel are advancing together in close partnership, as well as broader regional issues," Witkoff specified.
"The United States and Israel maintain a strong and longstanding relationship built on close coordination and shared priorities. The discussion was constructive and positive, with both sides aligned on next steps and the importance of continued cooperation on all matters critical to the region," the US envoy added.