Historic Meeting Seals Gaza Ceasefire Framework
In a high-stakes summit on September 29, 2025, U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced full alignment on a bold 20-point peace initiative aimed at ending the war in Gaza—potentially within days if Hamas agrees .
What’s in the 20-Point Gaza Peace Plan?
The proposal, personally championed by President Trump, builds on the White House’s earlier 21-point framework but sharpens enforcement mechanisms and adds explicit consequences for non-compliance by Hamas .
- Immediate ceasefire upon mutual acceptance by Israel and Hamas.
- Hostage return within 72 hours of Israel’s public agreement.
- Hamas banned from governance—directly or indirectly—in any future Gaza administration.
- International Stabilization Force (I.S.F.) to replace IDF in phased withdrawal.
- Trump-led “Board of Peace” to oversee reconstruction and transitional governance.
- Economic revival package including a special Gaza economic zone with tariff incentives.
- Demilitarization mandate: All tunnels, weapons, and terror infrastructure permanently destroyed.
Netanyahu’s Endorsement Changes Everything
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s explicit support marks a pivotal shift in Israel’s stance. “If Hamas accepts this plan, the war ends immediately. If they reject it, they will bear full responsibility for continued suffering,” Netanyahu stated during the joint press conference .
| Condition | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Hamas accepts plan | Immediate ceasefire, hostage release, aid surge, IDF withdrawal begins |
| Hamas delays or rejects | Aid and I.S.F. deploy only in “terror-free zones”; U.S. backs Israel’s military response |
| Gaza stabilizes under I.S.F. | Palestinian Authority reforms → pathway to statehood reopens |
What Comes Next?
The U.S. is fast-tracking deployment of the International Stabilization Force with support from Arab partners. Egypt and Jordan will assist in training Palestinian police. Meanwhile, humanitarian corridors are being prepped for immediate activation upon agreement.
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Sources
- The New York Times – Trump and Netanyahu Meet on Gaza
- “Netanyahu agrees to Trump plan to end Israel’s war on Gaza”
- “Here’s the full text of Trump’s 20-point plan to end Israel’s war on Gaza”
