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The wide-ranging proposal, unveiled by Trump in Washington on Monday, laid out a multi-stage process aimed at ending nearly two years of war in Gaza
Smoke billows following an Israeli strike in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip, on September 29, 2025. (AFP photo)
Hamas on Tuesday was reviewing a new peace proposal for Gaza announced by US President Donald Trump, even as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu offered conditional support, insisting Israeli troops would remain in much of the territory.
The wide-ranging proposal, unveiled by Trump in Washington on Monday, laid out a multi-stage process aimed at ending nearly two years of war in Gaza. The plan calls for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages by Hamas within 72 hours, the group’s full disarmament, and a phased Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.
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A post-war transitional authority, headed by Trump himself, would be established to govern Gaza, supported by an international stabilisation force. Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and other international figures are also named as part of this transitional setup.
Hamas has yet to issue an official response. However, a Palestinian source familiar with internal discussions told AFP that “Hamas has begun a series of consultations within its political and military leaderships, both inside Palestine and abroad.”
The source added that the discussions could take several days, given the complexity of the proposal.
Qatar, which hosts much of Hamas’s leadership in exile, confirmed that it was in discussions with both Hamas and Turkey about the plan. “It is still too early to speak about responses, but we are truly optimistic that this plan, as we said, is a comprehensive one,” said Qatari foreign ministry spokesman Majed al-Ansari.
Trump hailed the announcement as a “beautiful day” and “potentially one of the greatest days ever in civilisation.” He added that those in Hamas willing to give up violence and accept peaceful co-existence would be offered amnesty, but would not be allowed to hold future government roles.
Netanyahu, speaking after a joint press conference with Trump, said he supported the plan as long as Israel’s security concerns were met. “We will recover all our hostages, alive and well, while the (Israeli military) will remain in most of the Gaza Strip,” he said in a separate video posted on Telegram.
He also made it clear that he did not agree to the formation of a Palestinian state during his meetings in Washington — a point Trump confirmed, even though the plan leaves room for a future state.
Within Israel, the proposal sparked divisions. Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, a key figure in Netanyahu’s coalition, called the deal a “resounding diplomatic failure” and warned that it would not bring lasting peace. “In my estimation, it will also end in tears. Our children will be forced to fight in Gaza again,” he said.
Meanwhile, global reaction to the proposal was largely positive. Arab nations, including Egypt and Qatar, praised the diplomatic efforts. European allies such as Britain, France, Germany and Italy also expressed strong support, as did China and Russia.
Blair, despite being a controversial figure in the region due to his role in the Iraq war, called the plan “bold and intelligent”.
(With inputs from AFP)
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