Qatar and Egypt urge Israeli withdrawal to secure next step in Gaza peace deal

The Guardian - World NewsEN 4 min read 100% complete by AFPDecember 6, 2025 at 10:58 PM

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Qatar and Egypt, as guarantors of the Gaza ceasefire, are urging Israel to fully withdraw its troops from Gaza to advance the peace deal. This call was made at the Doha Forum, where both nations emphasized the necessity of a complete Israeli withdrawal and the deployment of an international stabilization force to ensure stability. These measures are part of the US- and UN-backed peace plan, which has stalled after its initial phase due to disagreements between Israel and Hamas. Key sticking points include Hamas's disarmament, which the group rejects unless the Israeli occupation ends. Egypt and Qatar are continuing their efforts to implement the peace plan, which includes a transitional governing body and the international force.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Donald Trump 30% United States ×240% Hamas ×450% Gaza Strip ×350% Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani 60% Egypt ×370% Qatar ×480%

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gaza ceasefire 90% israeli withdrawal 80% international stabilisation force 70% peace deal 70% hamas disarmament 60% fragile agreement 50% occupation 40% doha forum 40%