White House names some leaders with roles in next steps in Gaza, while Palestinian committee meets

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By TOQA EZZIDIN, FATMA KHALED and MICHELLE L. PRICEJanuary 17, 2026 at 09:23 AM

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Following a meeting of a Palestinian committee in Cairo, the White House announced leaders who will oversee the next steps in Gaza. The committee, led by Ali Shaath, a former Palestinian Authority official, aims to improve conditions in Gaza, focusing initially on providing shelter. Shaath anticipates a three-year reconstruction and recovery period after the two-year war between Israel and Hamas. The committee was established to govern Gaza under U.S. supervision. Shaath stated the Palestinian people are looking forward to the committee's work to rescue them. U.S. President Donald Trump supports the group’s efforts to govern Gaza.

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