Trump said he had no choice but to back Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s cease‑fire proposal, according to a report from Israeli Channel 12. In a phone conversation on Friday, the former U.S. president told reporter Barak Ravid that “there is no other choice, with me you have to be okay.”
He added that Netanyahu had “reservations, but this is his opportunity for victory.” Trump said Bibi’s push into Gaza had cost Israel a lot of international support and promised to restore that backing once the cease‑fire plan is accepted.
The comments come a day after Hamas agreed to key parts of Trump’s 20‑point Gaza peace plan, which includes the release of Israeli hostages and an end to the war in the Gaza Strip. Trump’s plan is being eyed by officials as a possible framework for ending the current conflict, while Israel and its allies push for a swift agreement.
In the same interview, Trump emphasized that if Bibi accepts the proposal, “Israel will regain the support it lost.” The former president’s remarks signal his continued interest in shaping the Middle East peace process.
What the cease‑fire proposal means
The proposed cease‑fire would pause hostilities, allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, and set the stage for ongoing diplomatic talks. Hamas’s acceptance of the plan’s core elements—especially the hostage release—has opened a window for negotiations. Officials say that the framework could be a realistic path to a lasting cease‑fire in the region.
Looking forward
The U.S. and Israel officials are watching closely as the parties move toward an agreement. Trump’s public support for Netanyahu’s plan may influence the pace of negotiations, while the new hostages‑release clause could provide a powerful incentive for Hamas to stay engaged.
The next steps will determine whether the cease‑fire can be implemented and whether the broader peace plan will evolve into a lasting resolution. As the situation develops, analysts remain focused on the role of the U.S. and Israeli leaders in guiding the path to stability in Gaza and the wider Middle East.
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