The United States is making significant leadership changes at the Civil Military Coordination Center, the main body overseeing the implementation of President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza. Both the top military and civilian leaders are stepping down, and their successors have not yet been announced, raising uncertainty about the center's future. The center, established to supervise the ceasefire, facilitate aid, and shape post-war policy, has faced criticism from diplomats who say it has not achieved its goals, prompting some European partners to reconsider their involvement.

The leadership overhaul comes as President Trump moves forward with the next phase of his plan, which includes the creation of a 'Board of Peace' to oversee Gaza policy. Despite a ceasefire halting major fighting and the exchange of hostages and prisoners, violence continues and living conditions in Gaza remain dire. The new phase of the plan calls for further Israeli withdrawal and the transfer of local governance from Hamas to an internationally backed administration.