Summary
Israel and Hamas are moving to phase two of a U.S.-supported plan aimed at de-escalating conflict in Gaza. Disagreements exist about the role of an international stabilization force. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu plans to meet with President Trump to discuss the plan further.
Key Facts
- Israel and Hamas are preparing for a second phase in a U.S.-backed plan seeking to end conflict in Gaza.
- There are disagreements about what role an international force would play in Gaza.
- Hamas is open to a UN force supervising a ceasefire but does not want it to oversee disarmament.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu will meet with President Trump to discuss the plan, focusing on disarming Hamas.
- Phase two of the plan will start once Hamas returns an Israeli captive.
- The U.S. plan mentions creating a stabilization force and a Palestinian government, but lacks specific details.
- Israel has moved its forces behind a designated line in Gaza, but continues to control part of the territory.