Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty hosted his Greek and Cypriot counterparts, George Gerapetritis and Constantinos Kombos, in Cairo on Sunday for trilateral talks. The discussions focused on common interests, including regional stability in the Eastern Mediterranean and energy cooperation. The ministers also addressed the situation in the Gaza Strip and the implementation of the second phase of US President Donald Trump’s peace plan.
The talks covered various topics, including the formation of a “Board of Peace” announced by the White House, which aims to oversee the next steps in Gaza. However, Israel’s government has expressed objections to the proposed committee, stating that it was not coordinated with Israel and contradicts its policy. Abdelatty emphasized that it is unacceptable for a state to demand the implementation of one right while ignoring another, highlighting the importance of a comprehensive package that includes disarmament, withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, and the organic link between the West Bank and Gaza.
The White House-announced committee includes representatives from several Middle Eastern governments, as well as two of Trump’s closest confidants, a former British prime minister, and a US general. Notably, the committee does not include an Israeli official, but features Israeli businessman Yakir Gabay. Greece and Cyprus have both received invitations to join the “Board of Peace,” with Greece reviewing the proposal and Cyprus discussing details with European partners.
The ministers also discussed the situations in Libya, Syria, Iran, and Somalia during their meeting. The trilateral talks underscore the importance of cooperation and dialogue in addressing regional challenges. As the international community continues to navigate complex conflicts and diplomatic efforts, the formation of the “Board of Peace” and its proposed committee will be closely watched. The next steps in implementing Trump’s peace plan and the role of the “Board of Peace” in overseeing the process remain to be seen, with the international community awaiting further developments.
