Trump Unveils Gaza Peace Plan: Ceasefire, Palestinian Reforms, and Economic Rebuild
US President Donald Trump has unveiled a plan to end the long-standing conflict in the Gaza Strip. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed support for the initiative, which includes a radical transformation of the Palestinian Authority's role in Gaza and an immediate ceasefire. The United Nations has also shown backing for the efforts to implement the 'Trump Plan for Economic Development', which aims to reconstruct the Gaza Strip with internationally funded aid. It envisions an initial administration by a Palestinian technocratic committee, overseen by a 'Peace Council' headed by Trump himself. Key aspects of the plan include an immediate halt to fighting, the return of hostages and prisoners, the resumption of aid supplies, and voluntary departure and return for people in the Gaza Strip. Notably, Hamas will not be part of the administration, with Trump believing they will give a positive response to the plan. Netanyahu appreciates Trump's stance that the Palestinian Authority cannot play any role in Gaza without a radical transformation. The plan, supported by Israel and the United Nations, seeks to resolve the Gaza conflict through a combination of economic development and political restructuring. The 'trilateral group' comprising Israel, the United States, and Qatar will work to clarify any open disputes between Israel and the US. Hamas is currently examining the plan, with an official response yet to be given.
