Summary
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair is chosen by President Trump to help govern Gaza after the war. Blair has previous experience in peace negotiations and the Middle East. Palestinians were not part of crafting the plan and want further discussions.
Key Facts
- Tony Blair is a former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
- President Trump wants Blair to help with a postwar plan for Gaza.
- Blair has past experience in peace talks, including in Northern Ireland.
- Blair's decision to support the 2003 Iraq invasion affected his popularity.
- Trump's plan includes a "Board of Peace" with Blair as a key figure.
- Palestinians were not consulted about Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza.
- Omar Awadallah, a Palestinian official, expressed a need for further discussion on the plan.