US President Donald Trump on Monday unveiled a sweeping 20-point plan aimed at ending Israel’s war on Gaza. Speaking at the White House alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump called the plan a “principles for peace” framework, widely welcomed by regional partners.
Hamas remains the only group yet to accept the proposal, though it is unclear whether the organization received it before the announcement. Trump pledged full US support for Israel if the group refuses, stressing that the ultimate goal is eliminating threats posed by Hamas.
The nearly two-year Israeli campaign on Gaza has killed over 66,000 Palestinians, devastated infrastructure, and displaced countless civilians, creating a humanitarian crisis. Trump’s plan seeks to transform Gaza into a “deradicalized, terror-free zone” while ensuring the territory is redeveloped for the benefit of its people.
Under the proposal, hostilities would end immediately upon mutual acceptance, with Israeli forces withdrawing to agreed positions and battle lines frozen temporarily. All hostages, living and deceased, must be returned within 72 hours, followed by the release of 250 life-sentence prisoners and 1,700 detainees.
Hamas members committing to peaceful coexistence would receive amnesty, while those wishing to leave Gaza would be granted safe passage abroad. International aid would flow immediately through the UN, Red Crescent, and neutral agencies, supporting hospitals, infrastructure, bakeries, and debris removal across the territory.
Trump announced a transitional governing body, the “board of peace,” which he would chair, alongside former leaders including Tony Blair and other global figures. Hamas and other armed factions would have no role in governance, as the board works with the World Bank to rebuild Palestinian administration. Trump reiterated Netanyahu’s opposition to a Palestinian state and criticised European countries recognising it, calling their decisions a reflection of frustration with decades of conflict.