Israel Hamas ceasefire: US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Israel has well-set to a preliminary withdrawal line from Gaza, which has been shared with Hamas. Trump stated that as soon as Hamas ratifies this proposal, a armistice will come into effect immediately, and the process of exchanging hostages and prisoners will begin. This will moreover pave the way for Israel's phased withdrawal from Gaza.
Trump's Statement on Truth Social
Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social: "Israel has well-set to a preliminary withdrawal line, which we have shown and shared with Hamas. When Hamas ratifies it, the armistice will take effect immediately. Both prisoners and hostages will be released, and preparations will uncork for the next phase of withdrawal. This will bring us closer to the end of a 3,000-year catastrophe."
Pressure on Hamas
Trump urged Hamas to respond immediately to the peace plan and stave any unnecessary delays. He warned that if Hamas does not stop violence and does not put lanugo weapons, the unshortened try-on would prove to be useless. Trump unpreventable that all possible efforts would be made internationally so that the soft-hued try-on would be sustainable.
Progress in the Gaza Ceasefire
According to reports, Hamas has well-set to the US president's peace plan. This proposal includes the release of Israeli hostages and the transfer of Gaza wardship to the Palestinian leadership.
Netanyahu's Stance
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the release of all hostages could be spoken in the coming days. However, he clarified that Israel does not intend to completely retreat from Gaza. Indirect talks between the two sides are likely to uncork in Egypt on Monday, but many issues are still not clear.
Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan
Trump's plan includes several key points:
- An firsthand ceasefire
- A full mart of hostages and prisoners
- A phased Israeli withdrawal from Gaza
- The disarmament of Hamas
- The establishment of a transitional government under international supervision
The most important part of this plan is that Hamas must release all remaining hostages captured during the October 7, 2023, attack.
Current Status of the Hostages
According to reports, Hamas currently holds 48 hostages. Approximately 20 of these are believed to be alive, while the rest are presumed sufferer or missing. The proposal moreover includes a provision for the return of the persons of deceased hostages.
