The US is reportedly engaging in new contacts to strengthen relations with the Palestinian Authority, addressing these talks alongside topics such as the post-war order in Gaza, reconstruction plans, and regional normalization. These contacts are part of Washington's political initiatives toward the region.
Among the discussions is the option of transferring billions of dollars from the Palestinian Authority's revenues held by the occupation administration to the Peace Council established by Washington. This council is expected to oversee the implementation of the twenty-point plan prepared by the US.
Governance and Reform Debate for Gaza
The plan reportedly includes granting the Palestinian Authority a role in Gaza's administration after necessary reforms are completed. Within this framework, the parties have also discussed possible arrangements regarding the governance mechanism in Gaza.
Washington is said to favor more limited and flexible formulas rather than a comprehensive and formal agreement on these issues, with methods such as letter exchanges between parties coming to the fore. Thus, negotiations are expected to proceed with a phased framework rather than a binding text.
International File and Settlement Pressure on the Table
Another aspect of the talks involves American expectations for the Palestinian side to halt efforts to expand the file in international platforms. In return, the Palestinian side has demanded an end to settlement expansion in the West Bank and prevention of settler violence.
The reopening of the diplomatic representation office in Ramallah is also among the topics discussed. This office was closed during Donald Trump's first term.
Revenue and Reform Pressure
One of the main obstacles to the talks is the reform process within the Palestinian Authority. In particular, the regulation of financial transfers to former prisoners and their families is among the contentious issues between the parties.
It was also reported that American and Israeli assessments differ regarding the level of implementation of the desired reforms. This difference is said to directly affect the pace of negotiations.
The contacts appear to be part of a broader political plan linking post-war Gaza order with regional diplomacy and reconstruction discussions. While Washington aims to integrate the Palestinian Authority more strongly into this new architecture, the details of the process remain subject to ongoing negotiations.
