Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani

As Israel pushes back, Gaza becomes testing ground for emerging post-war governance - analysis

The emergence of a Palestinian technocratic governing committee alongside Trump’s US-backed Board of Peace has triggered sharp Israeli backlash, exposing cabinet rifts and deep unease.

|ByGABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE
Palestinians stand near the rubble in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, January 17, 2026
US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani during a meeting onboard Air Force One during its refuelling stop at Al Udeid Air Base near Doha, Qatar, October 25, 2025.

Qatar would contribute troops to Gaza peacekeeping force, Trump says sitting next to emir

Qatari leaders are expected to discuss the ceasefire and peace force in Gaza with US President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a refueling stop in Doha.

|ByREUTERS
US President Donald Trump is escorted by Qatar's Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani towards Air Force One, as he departs Al Udeid Air Base, en-route to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in Doha, Qatar, May 15, 2025.

Donald Trump, Qatar's Emir Al Thani talk Gaza deal as Israel awaits Hamas's response

Earlier on Wednesday, a senior official of Hamas told the BBC the terrorist organization will likely reject US President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan.

|ByGADI ZAIG, SAM HALPERN, REUTERS