Egyptian, Qatari foreign ministers speak about Gaza situation

Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Qatar's Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani spoke over the phone, Al Jazeera reported, citing a statement from the Egyptian foreign ministry.

Top diplomats from key mediating countries of the talks between Israel and Hamas discussed efforts to revive the agreement and implement its three phases, according to a ministry statement. They also explored ways to advance the Arab-led Gaza reconstruction plan.

“The two ministers agreed on the importance of continuing joint coordination between the two countries to contain rising tensions in the region and to work together toward launching a political settlement that ensures long-term regional stability through the establishment of a Palestinian state as a final resolution to the conflict,” it added.