Donald Trump urged Israel to stop bombing Gaza after Hamas accepted parts of his peace plan.
Hamas agreed to release hostages and hand authority to other Palestinians but sought further internal consultations.
Trump praised the statement, saying, “I believe they are ready for a lasting peace.”
He insisted Israel halt strikes immediately so hostages could be released safely and quickly.
Trump posted that discussions on final details were already underway.
Netanyahu and Mediators React to Proposal
Trump released a celebratory video thanking Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, and others for their roles.
He called it “a big day” but said the final agreement still needed concrete approval.
Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed Israel’s readiness to implement the “first stage,” referring to hostage release.
His office later said Israel remained committed to ending the war on principles it had already established.
Egypt and Qatar welcomed progress and vowed to continue negotiations.
Ceasefire Efforts Gain Support but Face Gaps
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged all parties to seize the moment to end Gaza’s conflict.
French President Emmanuel Macron posted that both a ceasefire and hostage release were “within reach.”
Families of Israeli hostages declared Trump’s ceasefire demand vital to prevent irreversible harm.
Hamas emphasized that Gaza’s future must reflect a united Palestinian stance grounded in international law.
The group avoided any pledge to disarm, clashing with Israeli demands.
Trump’s plan outlined hostage release, Israeli withdrawal, prisoner exchanges, and Gaza’s placement under international governance.
He proposed international oversight, with himself and Tony Blair managing Gaza’s reconstruction and administration.
