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Key Points from Trump’s 20-Point ‘Ceasefire Proposal’ for Gaza?

Assuming each faction agree to a comprehensive set of terms, the end of fighting will be followed by the freeing of all individuals held by Hamas, whether deceased or surviving, “within 72 hours” of Israel officially endorsing the deal.

To reciprocate the liberation of detainees, Israel would let go 250 Palestinians currently serving indefinite prison terms and 1,700 more Palestinians in Gaza territory detained since the war began on October 7, 2023 after the fatal Hamas offensive on the nation of Israel.

In exchange for every captive from Israel whose remains are handed over, the Israeli side will hand back the bodies of 15 deceased Palestinians.

The strategy does not necessitate a complete Israeli pullout prior to the captive release. Instead, Israeli forces would pull back to an established boundary, inside of Gaza’s territory, to make arrangements for a hostage release.

The proposal says that all military operations, encompassing aerial and artillery bombardment, will be halted in the course of the exchange operation and combat positions will remain frozen until “terms are fulfilled for the complete staged withdrawal”.

Once each detainee are freed, clemency will be granted to individuals associated with Hamas – the Islamist military group that Israel’s prime minister, Netanyahu, has repeatedly vowed to destroy – who agree to harmonious living and to decommission their weapons.

Those who want to exit Gaza territory will be provided with safe passage to nations who have agreed to receive them.

The comprehensive strategy envisages the Gaza Strip as “an area free from radicalization and terror that does not pose any danger to its neighbours”. In a separate point, it states the region will be “redeveloped for the welfare of the inhabitants of Gaza, who have endured excessive hardship”.

Vitally, and contrary to the perspective of some of Netanyahu’s extremist political allies, the Israeli government will avoid occupying or take over the land, which was home to 21 communities established by Israel prior to their inhabitants were withdrawn in 2005.

Nor will any person be forced to leave Gaza, the proposal assures. Individuals who want to exit will be authorized to do so without restriction and granted reentry.

The Hamas organization will be prohibited from any participation, “in any capacity”, in the upcoming leadership of the territory.

Trump Encourages Negotiators to ‘Act Quickly’ as They Gather in the Egyptian Republic for Gaza Discussions

Donald Trump has encouraged delegates from Hamas and Israel gathering in the nation of Egypt for key negotiations targeting halting the war led by Israel in Gaza to “move fast,” stating, in statements on Sunday, that there had been “highly favorable” talks.

The American leader said:

We have had very positive negotiations with Hamas representatives, and Countries from around the globe (Arab, Muslim, and various other countries) during the weekend, to release the Hostages, halt the conflict in the Gaza region but, more importantly, ultimately secure long-awaited stability in the area of the Middle East.

These negotiations have been highly productive, and proceeding rapidly. The technical teams will reconvene on Monday, in the Egyptian Republic, to work through and clarify the final details. It has been reported that the first phase should be completed in the coming days, and I am urging everyone to MOVE FAST.

The US envoy Steve Witkoff is slated to attend the discussions, based on reports from Israel, alongside representatives from Israel and a Palestinian delegation chaired by Khalil al-Hayya, the vice chairman of the administrative wing of Hamas.

Al-Hayya is scheduled to have discussions with mediators from Egyptian and Qatari officials in Cairo, Egypt this morning, before talks in the resort city of Egypt of Sharm El Sheikh.

Nevertheless, Israel’s chief negotiator, strategic affairs minister Dermer, is slated to attend discussions in the coming days, pending advancements in the talks, according to three Israeli officials.

Positive outlook on a potential ceasefire has increased across the world, with leaders from the West and Arab nations encouraging both Hamas and Israel to reach an agreement. This past Sunday, the German chancellor, Friedrich Merz, spoke with Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu and showed approval for the Trump plan, labeling it as “the optimal opportunity for peace”, according to a summary.