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Ceasefire Talks Begin Amid Trump’s Gaza Plan Push
Negotiations opened in Cairo, Egypt, between representatives of Israel and Hamas, focusing on the 20-point peace plan proposed by Donald Trump. The talks aim to end nearly two years of conflict in Gaza and include key issues like a ceasefire, hostage release, and disarmament.
Trump Issues Warning, Sets Terms
Trump warned that Hamas may face “complete obliteration” if it refuses to cede control or accept the terms. The plan demands that Hamas release all hostages within 72 hours and dismantle its military capacity. Israel has conditionally accepted the proposal and will begin withdrawal once hostages are released.
Hamas Agrees to Hostage Release
Hamas has said it will release all living hostages under the plan, though it has not agreed to disarm or surrender political control immediately. The group is expected to seek revisions in the terms during the talks.
Challenges Ahead
Observers point to several sticking points: how much land Israel will withdraw from, how disarmament works practically, and who will govern Gaza during transition. The debate over sovereignty and international oversight will likely be tough.
Even as diplomacy proceeds, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have also continued. The negotiations are fraught with urgency and security pressure, and their success may hinge on how both sides compromise in coming days.
