The Trump Gaza peace plan has resulted in a significant breakthrough as Israel and Hamas agreed on a ceasefire and the imminent release of hostages held in Gaza. This development marks a hopeful step toward ending the devastating conflict that began in October 2023.
Hostage Release and Ceasefire Agreement
Under the terms of the agreement brokered with the involvement of the United States, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey, Hamas has agreed to release all Israeli hostages, both living and deceased, within 72 hours following the deal’s implementation. In exchange, Israel will free approximately 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including 250 serving life sentences. Israel will also pull back its military forces to predetermined boundaries in Gaza, halting offensive operations as part of the ceasefire.
President Donald Trump announced that he expected all hostages to be returned by Monday, describing the deal as a historic and unprecedented event. He also emphasized that the plan includes humanitarian aid access and provisions for disarmed Hamas members to gain amnesty if they commit to peaceful coexistence.
Upcoming Peace Summit and Regional Impact
Following his visit to Israel, where he addressed the Knesset and met hostage families, Trump will attend a major peace summit in Egypt’s Sharm El-Sheikh alongside leaders from over 20 countries. The summit aims to formalize the ceasefire and discuss long-term stability and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
While Hamas will relinquish control of Gaza’s administration to a technocratic Palestinian body supported by Arab and Islamic nations, Hamas itself will be excluded from governance. The plan envisions international oversight of Gaza’s reconstruction and a demilitarized territory to prevent future conflict.
The deal represents a fragile but vital step forward after years of war that resulted in thousands of deaths on both sides and a severe humanitarian crisis. Despite some concerns among Gazans over aid distribution and the future political landscape, the international community remains engaged in facilitating a durable peace.