US envoy to meet Qatar PM on Gaza ceasefire plan: Sources

White House special envoy Steve Witkoff is meeting Saturday in Ibiza, Spain, with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani to discuss a plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza and securing the release of all remaining captives held in Gaza, according to two sources familiar with the meeting cited by Axios.

The discussions could present a new comprehensive diplomatic solution that might delay "Israel’s" planned offensive to occupy Gaza City. Witkoff recently emphasized that the Trump administration seeks an “all or nothing” agreement to end the war rather than a “piecemeal deal.”

A source involved in the negotiations told Axios that Qatar and the US are working on a comprehensive proposal expected to be presented to the parties within the next two weeks.

"Israel’s" minister for strategic affairs, Ron Dermer, said during an "Israeli" Security Cabinet meeting on Thursday that the Trump administration will soon present an “End Game” proposal for the Gaza war. The White House declined to comment.

However, an "Israeli" official involved in negotiations noted that while an “end game” plan between "Israel" and the US may be achievable, it would not be acceptable to Hamas, making it ineffective. “Our war is with Hamas, not with the US,” the official said, highlighting the large gap between "Israel" and Hamas regarding ending the war.

Despite the "Israeli" cabinet’s approval instructing the IOF to prepare for occupying Gaza City, the offensive is not expected to start immediately. Military planning, civilian evacuation, and humanitarian aid preparations mean the operation could take several weeks before implementation.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu left open the possibility of halting the operation if renewed negotiations lead to a deal to end the war and release captives. This uncertainty contributed to ultranationalist ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Betzalel Smotrich opposing the cabinet decision.

Meanwhile, the foreign ministers of the UK, Australia, Germany, Italy, and New Zealand issued a joint statement rejecting the "Israeli" cabinet’s decision, warning it would worsen the humanitarian crisis, endanger hostages’ lives, and risk mass civilian displacement.

They urged all parties and the international community to push for an immediate ceasefire and the release of captives without delay.