Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair and Donald Trump are proposed to lead a temporary governing body in Gaza, as revealed by President Trump in an effort to bring an end to the conflict in Palestine. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Trump earlier today while the White House disclosed a plan for Gaza’s governance and peace. Hamas has acknowledged not receiving a written copy of the peace proposal yet.
The new plan put forth by Trump involves the establishment of a temporary governing board, with him and ex-PM Tony Blair at the helm. It does not mandate the evacuation of Gaza and stipulates an immediate ceasefire upon mutual acceptance by both parties. Additionally, it demands the release of all remaining hostages within 72 hours of Israel’s approval of the plan.
Following their meeting in the Oval Office, Trump emphasized the Palestinians’ need to take charge of their future, underscoring the responsibility bestowed upon them by the proposed plan. However, he assured full support to Israel from the United States in countering Hamas if the peace deal is rejected. Trump expressed optimism about the progress, labeling it a significant step towards lasting peace in the Middle East.
The peace offering between the US and Israel comprises 20 key points, with specifics yet to be fully disclosed. It includes the formation of a temporary governing board led by Trump and Blair, pending Hamas’ agreement, which remains uncertain. There are indications of potential amnesty for Hamas fighters and safe passage for their leaders to exit Gaza for relocation to another country. Notably, some Israeli officials advocate for continued hostilities until Hamas is completely eradicated.
During Netanyahu’s visit to the US, he reached out to Qatar’s Prime Minister to apologize for a recent military operation targeting Hamas figures in Qatar that resulted in unintended casualties. The White House acknowledged Israel’s regret over the incident and pledged no future violations of Qatari sovereignty.
Support for Trump’s initiative to resolve the Gaza conflict has been voiced by the leaders of Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, emphasizing the importance of achieving a lasting peace in the region through peaceful means. In Tel Aviv, protesters gathered outside the US diplomatic office, urging Trump to secure the release of Israeli hostages and end the war.
Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, recently announced formal recognition of Palestine, aligning with Canada and Australia to uphold the two-state solution. Starmer commended Trump’s efforts to bring about peace in Gaza, emphasizing the need for immediate action to release hostages and provide humanitarian aid. He called for unity among all stakeholders to finalize the agreement and transition towards a lasting ceasefire.