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Key Points from Donald Trump’s Comprehensive ‘Peace Plan’ for Gaza?

Provided that the two parties agree to a comprehensive set of conditions, the cessation of hostilities will be paired with the release of all captives from Israel, whether deceased or surviving, “in under three days” of Israel formally approving the arrangement.

In return for the freeing of captives, the Israeli state would free 250 Palestinians presently undergoing lengthy incarcerations and an additional 1,700 Palestinians in Gaza territory detained since the hostilities erupted on October 7, 2023 following the lethal assault by Hamas on the nation of Israel.

For each Israeli national held hostage whose remains are released, Israel will return the remains of 15 Palestinians who have died.

This proposal does not mandate a complete Israeli pullout ahead of the captive release. Instead, Israeli forces would pull back to an agreed upon line, within Gaza’s territory, to prepare for a prisoner exchange.

This initiative says that all military operations, encompassing bombing and artillery fire, will be suspended throughout the liberation procedure and front lines will stay fixed until “terms are fulfilled for the complete staged withdrawal”.

Once all hostages are liberated, amnesty will be given to members of Hamas – the militant Islamic organization that the Israeli PM, PM Netanyahu, has consistently pledged to destroy – who accept non-violent cohabitation and to decommission their weapons.

People who want to exit the Gaza region will be provided with protected movement to countries who have approved their entry.

The comprehensive strategy envisages Gaza territory as “a region cleared of extremism and terrorism that does not pose a threat to its neighbours”. Additionally, it says the region will be “revitalized for the benefit of the inhabitants of Gaza, who have suffered more than enough”.

Vitally, and opposing the perspective of a few of Netanyahu’s extremist political allies, Israel will avoid occupying or take over the land, which was the location of 21 Israeli settlements prior to their populace was removed in 2005.

Nor will any individual be compelled to depart Gaza, the proposal assures. People who wish to leave will be authorized to do so freely and granted reentry.

Hamas will be prohibited from any participation, “in any form”, in the future administration of the region.

Trump Calls on Representatives to ‘Move Fast’ as They Gather in the Egyptian Republic for Gaza Discussions

President Trump has encouraged delegates from Hamas and Israel assembling in Egypt for key negotiations aimed at halting Israel’s war in the Gaza Strip to “act quickly,” adding, in comments on Sunday morning, that there had been “extremely constructive” talks.

President Trump commented:

We have had highly favorable talks with Hamas representatives, and Countries from around the globe (Arab and Muslim nations, among others) over the weekend, to release the Hostages, end the War in Gaza but, of greater importance, ultimately secure long sought peace in the Middle Eastern region.

These talks have been very successful, and proceeding rapidly. Expert delegations will meet once more Monday, in the Egyptian Republic, to tackle and clarify the last points. I am told that the initial stage should be completed this week, and I am asking all parties to MOVE FAST.

America’s representative Steve Witkoff is anticipated to participate in the talks, based on Israeli media, alongside representatives from Israel and a delegation from Palestine headed by Al-Hayya, the assistant leader of the administrative wing of the Hamas movement.

The Hamas official is scheduled to have discussions with facilitators from Egyptian and Qatari officials in Cairo on Monday morning, prior to negotiations in the resort city of Egypt of Sharm El-Sheikh.

However, the lead negotiator for Israel, strategic affairs minister Ron Dermer, is anticipated to participate in discussions toward the end of the week, depending on advancements in the discussions, based on three Israeli officials.

Positive outlook on a potential ceasefire has increased worldwide, with western and Arab leaders encouraging Hamas and Israel to come to a deal. This past Sunday, the German chancellor, Chancellor Merz, contacted Israeli PM Netanyahu and expressed support for the Trump plan, describing it as “the best chance for peace”, as per a summary.