US Ambassador Huckabee Plans Historic Cairo Visit Amid Gaza War Talks

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee is scheduled to visit Cairo for talks with senior Egyptian officials focused on addressing the ongoing Gaza war, tensions between Israel and Egypt, and the release of hostages held by Hamas. This visit will mark the first official trip to Egypt by a serving U.S. ambassador to Israel in decades and comes amid strained relations following the conflict's outbreak. The discussions are expected to include Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and center on a 21-point peace proposal introduced by President Donald Trump, which calls for a phased Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, a permanent ceasefire, and Hamas disarmament under Arab and international supervision. Egypt has criticized Israel’s actions in Gaza, accusing it of brutality and genocide, while Israel has expressed concern over Egypt’s military buildup in the Sinai Peninsula. The talks reflect U.S. efforts to mediate the conflict and stabilize regional relations, though the exact role of the U.S. Ambassador to Egypt remains unclear. Overall, the visit underscores the United States’ commitment to facilitating dialogue and advancing peace initiatives in the Middle East.