President Donald Trump has unveiled a 20-point plan for Gaza, agreed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, that aims to end the two-year conflict. The proposal includes disarmament of Hamas, a demilitarised Gaza, and a 'Council of Peace' headed by Trump himself. While regional support appears broad, the plan's lack of detail has raised doubts.
Hamas is unlikely to accept terms that require it to give up weapons and accept an amnesty in exchange for peaceful coexistence. The plan offers no clear path to a Palestinian state, and the linkage of Israeli withdrawal to disarmament favours Israel. Arab countries have committed to demilitarise Gaza but have not specified troop or financial contributions.
Netanyahu, facing corruption charges and political pressure, may have calculated that now is the time to declare victory. However, far-right coalition members could quit the government. The plan allows Israel to resume military action if Hamas does not comply, and a previous ceasefire in March was broken by Israel.
Analysts view the plan as a rough sketch rather than a detailed roadmap, with implementation likely to take months and face numerous obstacles. The fate of the remaining 50 Israeli hostages, held by Hamas, adds urgency but also leverage for both sides.
