Donald Trump’s 20-point plan aimed at resolving the Gaza conflict has been met with interest from both Israel and, tentatively, Hamas. The proposal was presented to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who offered a favorable response. The focus is now on Hamas’s reaction. The plan, as outlined, requires Hamas fighters to disarm and demands the destruction of their infrastructure. It also stipulates that Hamas will have no role in future governance.
Representatives from Qatar and Egypt have conveyed the terms of the deal to Hamas negotiators, who have indicated they will review the plan before responding. The deal’s success hinges on Hamas accepting the terms, including the release of hostages within a specific timeframe. Should Hamas decline, Israel, supported by the United States, would proceed with military action.
The conditions outlined in the deal include amnesty for Hamas fighters who seek peace, the opening of borders to humanitarian aid, and an exchange of hostages for Gazan civilians. Netanyahu expressed support for the plan, contingent on it achieving Israel’s war goals. He emphasized that if Hamas rejects the deal, Israel will take independent action. Netanyahu also suggested that Israel’s military presence in Gaza would persist even if the agreement is accepted.