Donald Trump urged Israel to halt bombing Gaza after Hamas partly accepted his peace proposal.
Hamas offered to release hostages and transfer authority to other Palestinians, while requesting further internal consultations.
Trump praised Hamas’s response, declaring, “I believe they are ready for a lasting peace.”
He stressed urgency, saying Israel must stop bombing to ensure safe and rapid hostage release.
Leaders Respond to Trump’s Peace Initiative
Trump released a video thanking Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, and other nations for supporting the plan.
He called it “a big day” and insisted final agreements must be locked down in concrete terms.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed readiness for the plan’s “first stage,” referencing hostage release.
However, Netanyahu’s office later reaffirmed Israel’s commitment to principles set before, without addressing Hamas’s conditions.
Ceasefire Proposal Sparks Global Reaction
Trump aims to secure peace and hostages’ return before the second anniversary of the Hamas attack.
Mediators Egypt and Qatar welcomed progress and pledged to continue discussions to advance the plan.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged all parties to seize this chance to end Gaza’s war.
French President Emmanuel Macron insisted a ceasefire and hostage release are within reach.
The main Israeli hostage families’ group backed Trump’s call, urging Netanyahu to start fast, effective talks.
Despite momentum, Hamas demanded decisions on Gaza’s future and Palestinian rights follow a joint stance and international law.
Hamas avoided mentioning disarmament, though Trump’s plan requires it along with surrendering power.
The proposal envisions Hamas releasing 48 hostages, Israel halting its offensive, and freeing Palestinian prisoners.
In exchange, Israel would allow humanitarian aid, reconstruction, and cancel plans to relocate Gaza’s people.
The deal places Gaza under international administration led by Trump and Tony Blair, excluding unification with the West Bank.
