The **Gaza Peace Summit**, also known as the **Sharm El Sheikh Summit**, is not an organization but a significant diplomatic event aimed at resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly focusing on the Gaza Strip. The summit was held on October 13, 2025, in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, following a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas in early October 2025. Co-chaired by U.S. President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, the summit involved representatives from around 30 countries, although Israel and Hamas were not directly represented[1].
## History and Context
The Gaza war began in October 2023, leading to significant destruction and humanitarian crises. In response, the 2025 Gaza Peace Summit was convened to implement the first phase of a peace plan proposed by President Trump. This plan includes a twenty-point strategy to stabilize Gaza, demilitarize the region, and establish a transitional governance structure[2][3].
## Key Aspects and Achievements
- **Stabilization and Demilitarization**: The plan involves deploying an International Stabilization Force (ISF) to ensure security and train Palestinian police. It also aims to demilitarize Gaza by destroying military infrastructure and initiating a weapons buy-back program[2].
- **Governance and Redevelopment**: A technocratic Palestinian committee, under an international board headed by Trump, is to oversee Gaza's governance and redevelopment. This board includes former British Prime Minister Tony Blair[2].
- **Humanitarian Assistance**: The summit focuses on providing humanitarian aid to address the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza[1].
## Current Status and Notable Aspects
Despite the optimism surrounding the summit, there are concerns about the plan's feasibility and alignment with international law. The UN and other stakeholders have called for revisions to ensure alignment with Palestinian sovereignty and international legal standards[4]. The summit represents a significant effort to bring peace to the region, but its success