UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Nickolay Mladenov, has expressed concern regarding recent military strikes in Gaza. Mladenov stated that his team is currently working continuously to de-escalate the situation and prevent further conflict. The diplomatic push comes at a sensitive time as international actors attempt to move forward with the Trump administration’s peace plan.

According to reports, these mediation efforts are occurring alongside discussions regarding a potential disarmament deal involving Hamas. A Board official indicated that Israeli authorities have been briefed extensively on the progress of these negotiations. While the primary focus remains on stabilizing the immediate security situation, the underlying goal is to create a framework that allows for the implementation of broader regional peace initiatives. The situation remains fluid, with diplomatic channels currently prioritizing the cessation of hostilities to ensure that the disarmament talks are not derailed by ongoing violence.