Last month, the UK, along with France, Australia, and Canada, recognized Palestinian statehood in support of a two-state solution, while the UK Prime Minister is set to attend a Gaza peace plan signing in Egypt, praising US and regional efforts.

In response to the ongoing conflict, about 200 US troops have arrived in Israel to support humanitarian aid and security efforts, amid the broader international involvement.

British opposition figures, including Priti Patel, have criticized Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's government for lacking a significant role in the Gaza peace efforts, with some calling his Egypt visit a 'photo opportunity'.

Israel has officially rejected claims that the UK played a key role in securing the Gaza ceasefire, with Israeli officials criticizing UK recognition of Palestinian statehood as potentially emboldening Hamas.

UK Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson claimed the UK played a behind-the-scenes role in shaping the ceasefire, acknowledging the US's critical involvement and emphasizing the need for a lasting peace.

The upcoming US-led 20-point plan for Gaza involves maintaining Israeli military presence, deploying an international security force mainly from Arab and Muslim countries, and initiating the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners, with Britain not planning to send troops.

Israel plans to continue its defensive operations in Gaza and expects to release hostages and Palestinian prisoners by Monday morning under the terms of the peace agreement.

The UK has clarified it has no plans to send troops to join the multinational force monitoring the Gaza truce, with some opposition figures criticizing the limited role of the UK in the peace process.

The Gaza conflict was triggered by Hamas militants' attack on October 7, 2023, which resulted in over 1,200 Israeli deaths and around 67,000 Palestinian casualties, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health authorities.

Former Prime Minister Tony Blair is reportedly involved in a US-led 'Board of Peace' overseeing Gaza governance, though UK officials have not confirmed whether the Prime Minister was consulted.