According to reports from the BBC, the deal outlines a three-phase plan designed to gradually scale down Israeli military presence in Gaza. The initial withdrawal will reduce occupation to roughly 55 percent of the territory, followed by a second phase lowering it to about 40 percent. The final phase introduces a security buffer zone, leaving approximately 15 percent of Gaza under Israeli control while international monitors oversee compliance.
Though much work remains to be done, the agreement has been hailed as the most promising diplomatic progress in years — one that many attribute to the renewed engagement of U.S. diplomacy.
Trump’s Role in the Peace Process
“I am very proud to announce that Israel and Hamas have both signed off on the first Phase of our Peace Plan,” Trump wrote. “This means that ALL of the hostages will be released very soon, and Israel will withdraw their troops to an agreed-upon line as the first steps toward a strong, durable, and everlasting peace.”
He went on to thank mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey for their roles in facilitating the discussions, adding, “All parties will be treated fairly! This is a great day for the Arab and Muslim world, Israel, all surrounding nations, and the United States of America. Blessed are the peacemakers.”
While Trump’s rhetoric has often drawn criticism for self-promotion, even his detractors have acknowledged the significance of this diplomatic achievement.
Biden’s Surprising Response
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