Overview

• The U.S. blueprint, described in 20–21 points, pairs a phased Israeli withdrawal and full hostage return with Hamas surrendering heavy weapons, potential retention of light arms, and security handed to international or Arab forces.
• The proposal was delivered to Hamas through Qatari and Egyptian channels, and Palestinian sources say the movement is reviewing it in good faith while seeking guarantees for leaders abroad.
• President Trump demanded a response within three to four days and warned that Washington would fully back Israeli action if Hamas rejects the offer.
• U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff said mediators relayed a “positive” initial reaction from Hamas, and U.S. contacts with Doha continued as Qatar signaled it could help secure acceptance.
• Israeli Channel 12 reported that decision-making is shifting to Hamas’s Gaza military leaders, with commander Raed Saad seen as pivotal, while far‑right Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir threaten to collapse the coalition over concessions.