US President Donald Trump will push a new peace plan to end the Israel-Gaza war during White House talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday.
Trump has talked up prospects of reaching an agreement, telling journalists on Friday: I think we have a deal.
However, Netanyahu remarked on Sunday, it's not been finalized yet, while Hamas informed that they had not formally received the proposal.
According to leaked copies of the plan published by US and Israeli media, it stipulates the release of all hostages within 48 hours of the deal being confirmed. Upon their return, Israel will release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences.
Furthermore, Hamas members who commit to peace will be offered amnesty and safe passage out of Gaza, while military structures will be dismantled. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will gradually withdraw from Gaza, which will be governed by a transitional government.
The plan represents a notable departure from Trump's previous advocacy for the entire relocation of Gaza's 2.1 million residents, aiming instead for reforms and acknowledgment of Palestinian aspirations for statehood.
Despite this, Netanyahu may face backlash from hardliners within his coalition, who are firmly against measures that recognize Palestinian statehood or any role for the Palestinian Authority (PA).
Opposition leader Yair Lapid has expressed support for the agreement and indicated a willingness to assist Netanyahu for a hostage deal and ending the conflict.
As opinion polls reveal mounting pressure on Netanyahu to conclude the war amidst public outcry and the fate of hostages, Trump’s growing annoyance over Israel's military actions marks a critical juncture in negotiations.
As this situation evolves, Trump's declaration of potential breakthrough holds complexity not only for Israel and Gaza but also for regional stability.
