State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized the importance of President-elect Trump's diplomatic team's involvement in ceasefire negotiations, stating that their support was crucial due to the limited time left in the Biden administration. Miller highlighted that the US, Egypt, and Qatar are the guarantors of the ceasefire deal, with each country playing a role in pushing the involved parties to stay at the bargaining table. Miller thanked the Trump team for their collaboration and acknowledged that the deal was conceived by the Biden administration, which garnered support from countries worldwide. He emphasized the need to turn the agreement into a lasting end to the war and ensure the safe return of hostages.