Summary
President Trump unveiled a new Gaza peace plan, with changes suggested by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, which has upset several Arab officials. The plan includes a conditional withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza based on Hamas disarmament, and offers promises of aid and Palestinian self-determination. Arab leaders showed mixed reactions, with some expressing support but also raising concerns about the changes.
Key Facts
- President Trump presented a Gaza peace plan with significant changes requested by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
- The plan ties Israel's withdrawal from Gaza to the progress of Hamas disarming, allowing Israel to hold a veto over the process.
- Netanyahu's changes to the plan upset several Arab countries involved in the negotiations.
- Some countries, like Qatar, attempted to delay the plan's release due to objections, but the U.S. released it anyway.
- Eight Arab and Muslim countries issued a joint statement cautiously welcoming the announcement without full endorsement.
- The plan promises humanitarian aid to Gaza and rules out permanent Israeli occupation or annexation of the West Bank.
- It includes U.S. support for Palestinian self-determination and the resumption of peace talks.
- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas expressed a positive view of Trump's efforts, despite previous rejections.
