Foreign ministers and senior diplomats from Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and several other Muslim-majority countries have convened discussions aimed at advancing a comprehensive peace plan for Gaza, reflecting coordinated regional diplomacy following efforts to implement a United States-backed initiative.

The talks, held in İstanbul under the auspices of Turkish diplomacy, brought focus to shared progress, remaining challenges and next steps in working toward sustainable peace and reconstruction in the Palestinian territory.

Türkiye’s foreign minister highlighted that the meeting would assess progress on the peace plan and explore possibilities for collective action in the next stage, underlining the importance of unified engagement among participating countries.

Ministers from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Qatar, Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates were among those invited, underscoring broad interest in collaborative efforts to support a diplomatic resolution and to ensure that agreed terms translate into tangible outcomes on the ground.

The discussions come after regional foreign ministers had previously met U.S. President Donald Trump in New York in late September to discuss the peace proposal, which has also gained endorsement from many Arab and Islamic states.

This round of diplomatic engagement follows earlier meetings in Istanbul in November, where ministers reviewed components of the Gaza peace plan and deliberated on the formation of an international stabilisation force to help maintain the fragile ceasefire in Gaza.

Representatives reiterated that future governance structures in the enclave should reflect Palestinian leadership while ensuring security and humanitarian support for civilians.

Türkiye’s role in these discussions builds on its position as a mediator and advocate for regional involvement in peace efforts, even as its relations with Israel remain strained over the broader conflict.

Saudi Arabia and Jordan have consistently expressed support for a negotiated peace and have welcomed previous ceasefire agreements.

Both countries have voiced hopes that diplomatic efforts will lead to a comprehensive and just solution that ends hostilities, facilitates reconstruction and addresses core issues of governance and security in Gaza.

Regional diplomats have also emphasised the importance of managing differences in policy approaches while maintaining a united front in backing the peace process.

The discussions occur against the backdrop of a United Nations Security Council resolution endorsing the Gaza peace plan framework and authorising the creation of an international stabilisation force and a transitional Palestinian governing body.

While implementation challenges remain, including negotiations over disarmament and political representation, the latest round of talks underscores sustained regional engagement and the intent of Muslim-majority states to play a constructive role in advancing peace and stability in Gaza.