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The White House unveiled a new peace plan on Monday to end the two-year Gaza conflict, right after U.S. President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, D.C. This Gaza peace plan aims to transform the region into a deradicalized, terror-free zone that won’t threaten its neighbors, while focusing on rebuilding for the long-suffering people of Gaza.
If both sides sign on, the plan promises an immediate end to the war. Israeli forces would pull back to agreed lines, preparing for a hostage release. All fighting— including airstrikes and artillery—would stop, and front lines would stay put until a full, step-by-step withdrawal happens.
The deal sets a tight timeline: Within 72 hours of Israel accepting it publicly, all hostages—alive or deceased—would return home. In exchange, once hostages are freed, Israel would release 250 prisoners serving life sentences, plus 1,700 Gazans detained after the October 7, 2023 attacks, including all women and children held in that period. For every Israeli hostage’s remains returned, Israel would release the remains of 15 deceased Gazans.
Hamas gets a path forward too. Fighters who commit to peace, lay down their weapons, and decommission their arsenal could earn amnesty. Those wanting to leave Gaza would get safe passage to other countries.
Right away, full humanitarian aid would flood into Gaza—no delays. The plan matches the aid levels from the January 19, 2025 agreement, covering basics like water, electricity, sewage fixes, hospital and bakery repairs, and equipment to clear rubble and reopen roads. Aid groups like the United Nations, Red Crescent, and neutral international organizations would handle delivery and distribution without interference from either side. The Rafah crossing would open both ways under the same secure setup as before.
For governance, Gaza would shift to a temporary technocratic committee of skilled Palestinians and global experts. This apolitical group would run daily services and local operations. Overseeing it all: A new “Board of Peace,” chaired by President Trump, with members like former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and other leaders to be named. This body would guide Gaza’s redevelopment funding until the Palestinian Authority finishes its reforms—drawing from Trump’s 2020 peace plan and the Saudi-French proposal—and takes secure control.
The board would push for top-notch, efficient governance to draw investments and help Gaza thrive. To kickstart the economy, Trump’s team plans to assemble experts who’ve built booming modern cities across the Middle East. They’ll blend security and governance ideas from global proposals to spark jobs, opportunities, and hope. A special economic zone would launch with favorable trade deals negotiated with partner nations.
No one faces forced relocation—people can stay, leave, or return freely. The plan encourages residents to stick around and build a brighter future together.
Hamas and other groups would have zero role in Gaza’s governance, direct or indirect. All military sites, terror tunnels, and weapon factories must go, never to return. Gaza would demilitarize under independent monitors, with weapons decommissioned or bought back through international funding. The new Gaza commits to a peaceful economy and neighborly ties.
Regional partners would guarantee Hamas follows through, ensuring the area stays safe for everyone. The U.S. would team up with Arab and global allies to deploy a temporary International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza. This force would train trusted Palestinian police, drawing advice from Jordan and Egypt’s expertise, and secure borders with Israel and Egypt to block arms while speeding up goods for rebuilding. A deconfliction system would keep things smooth.
Israel commits to no occupation or annexation of Gaza. As the ISF takes over, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) would withdraw in phases, tied to demilitarization milestones agreed with the ISF, guarantors, and the U.S. They’d hand territory to the transitional team until fully out, except for a temporary security buffer until threats are gone for good.
If Hamas drags its feet or says no, the plan rolls out anyway in cleared areas: scaled-up aid and ISF deployment proceed.
To heal divides, the plan calls for interfaith dialogues promoting tolerance and shared benefits of peace, aiming to shift mindsets among Palestinians and Israelis.
As Gaza rebuilds and Palestinian Authority reforms progress, it could pave the way for real Palestinian self-determination and statehood—the dream of many Palestinians. The U.S. pledges to facilitate talks between Israel and Palestinians for a political path to lasting peace and prosperity.
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