Donald Trump praised Hamas for accepting parts of his peace plan and urged Israel to halt its strikes immediately.
He stressed stopping attacks would allow safe and rapid hostage release.
Trump posted on social media: “I believe they are ready for a lasting peace.”
He thanked Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, and other nations for helping mediate the situation.
Trump added, “This is a big day. We must finalize details in concrete terms.”
Leaders Respond to Peace Effort
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed Israel’s readiness for the plan’s first stage, focusing on hostage release.
His office later said Israel would continue pursuing its established goals, avoiding direct discussion of Hamas’s conditions.
Egypt and Qatar welcomed the latest developments and promised continued negotiations.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged all parties to end the Gaza conflict quickly.
French President Emmanuel Macron said hostage release and a ceasefire were within reach.
Key Issues Remain Unresolved
Hamas agreed to release 48 hostages and transfer power but left disarmament undecided.
The group insisted Palestinian factions must reach unanimous agreement on Gaza’s future and rights under international law.
Under the plan, Israel would withdraw troops, free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, and allow humanitarian aid.
Trump and former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair would oversee Gaza under international governance.
The plan does not address reunifying Gaza with the West Bank or establishing a future Palestinian state.
