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Trump Says Netanyahu Accepted U.S. Gaza Plan Linking Ceasefire to Hostage Release

Hamas has not formally agreed, leaving the plan’s path uncertain.

Overview

  • At a joint White House appearance, Trump said Netanyahu accepted a U.S.-backed 20–21 point framework to halt the Gaza war and return hostages.
  • The plan calls for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all captives within 48–72 hours, and a large Israeli-Palestinian prisoner exchange with a phased Israeli withdrawal.
  • Gaza would be demilitarized and run initially by a technocratic transitional authority under international supervision, with Hamas excluded from governance.
  • Trump cited backing from key Arab partners, while Hamas said it has not received a formal mediated offer but would study any proposal positively.
  • Implementation faces major hurdles including Israeli ultraright resistance to any Palestinian Authority role, unresolved command of a proposed international stabilization force, and U.S. warnings of full support for Israel if Hamas rejects the deal.