Overview
- The U.S. plan proposes an immediate halt to fighting, rapid releases of hostages, a phased Israeli withdrawal, Gaza’s demilitarization and major reconstruction under international oversight.
- The roadmap outlines future governance in Gaza without Hamas and a credible path toward Palestinian statehood after rebuilding and reforms.
- Hamas has not formally accepted the proposal through mediators, and its armed wing says it lost contact with two hostages in Gaza City because of Israeli raids.
- Trump says he will not permit Israeli annexation of the West Bank as he seeks Israeli agreement during today’s White House meeting.
- Israeli officials acknowledge major implementation hurdles, including full Hamas disarmament, and key details on financing and security arrangements remain unclear, while families of Israeli hostages urge Trump to secure a ceasefire and releases.