Turkey Pushes Major Gaza Peace Plan in Diplomatic Blitz with Arab Allies

Turkey Pushes Major Gaza Peace Plan in Diplomatic Blitz with Arab Allies Turkey is mounting a concentrated diplomatic campaign to position itself as a central architect of post-war Gaza, proposing a new governing body and rallying key Arab states behind its vision for lasting peace. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held urgent telephone talks on Monday with the foreign ministers of Qatar, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia to build a unified regional stance [26885]. The discussions focused on coordinating a push for a ceasefire and a future peace plan for the territory [26885]. Central to Turkey's effort is a new proposal for a "Board of Peace" to govern Gaza after the current conflict ends [56755]. Minister Fidan has called the plan a "historic opportunity," suggesting the board would play a strong role in shaping the territory's future, though specific details on its powers or membership remain undisclosed [56755]. The proposal advocates for a new administrative body, moving away from a return to sole control by either Hamas or Israel [56755]. This diplomatic offensive follows Turkey's public declaration that it is prepared to take on a role in Gaza's post-conflict governance. Minister Fidan stated Turkey is ready to "fulfill its responsibilities with a great sense of duty" and has urged the international community to create a formal mechanism to end the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories [5840]. The flurry of outreach signals Turkey's attempt to align with major Arab powers to increase pressure for a resolution [26885]. Analysts view the moves as part of Turkey's broader strategy to expand its diplomatic influence in the Middle East, building on its strong criticisms of Israel's military actions in Gaza [56755]. Turkey Proposes "Board of Peace" to Govern Post-War Gaza Turkey's Top Diplomat Pushes Gaza Plan in Flurry of Arab Calls Turkey Offers to Help Govern Gaza, Seeks End to Israeli Occupation