President Donald Trump has claimed a historic breakthrough in one of the world’s most intractable conflicts, suggesting his 20-point peace plan has bridged a “3000-year” divide. The plan, which now awaits a response from Hamas, comes with a stark 3-4 day deadline and a warning of dire consequences for rejection.
Speaking to reporters, Trump portrayed the deal as a monumental achievement, asserting that he had successfully aligned Israel with all Arab and Muslim nations. “We’ve got it. Hamas has to agree,” he said, placing the onus for peace squarely on the shoulders of the Palestinian militant group.
The comprehensive proposal demands Hamas’s complete disarmament and removal from power. If these terms are met, the plan provides for an immediate ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, the release of all hostages, and the freeing of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. A major component is the promise of massive aid to rebuild the war-torn strip.
This ambitious plan has received widespread international backing from nations like Canada, France, India, and Russia, adding to the pressure on Hamas. While Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted the framework, his simultaneous rejection of a future Palestinian state highlights the underlying tensions that persist.
The war, initiated by Hamas’s attack on October 7, 2023, has led to immense bloodshed, with over 66,000 Palestinians and 1,200 Israelis killed. Hamas is now deliberating a proposal that could end the violence but would also mean the end of its armed struggle.
“3000 Years is a Long Time”: Trump Claims Historic Breakthrough on Gaza
