The recent peace proposals by U.S. President Donald Trump for the conflict between Israel and Palestine, announced in collaboration with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, are structured into 20 points. These points primarily focus on an immediate ceasefire and the future of Gaza.
Here is a summary of the plan’s key points:
* Ceasefire and Hostage Release: The war would end immediately with the withdrawal of Israeli forces and the suspension of all military operations. Within 72 hours of public acceptance by Israel, all hostages, both living and deceased, would be released. In return, Israel would release 250 prisoners with life sentences and 1,700 individuals detained after October 7, 2023. For each deceased Israeli hostage, Israel would return the remains of 15 deceased Palestinians.
* Demilitarization and Security of Gaza: Gaza would become a “demilitarized and terror-free zone.” Members of Hamas who commit to peaceful coexistence and disarm their weapons would receive amnesty; those who wish to leave Gaza would have safe passage to countries willing to accept them. A temporary, technocratic Palestinian committee would manage Gaza, overseen by an international “Peace Council” chaired by Donald Trump, with the participation of other leaders. An international stabilization force, supported by the United States and Arab states, would temporarily handle security.
* Reconstruction and Development: The plan provides for an immediate injection of aid into Gaza and the reconstruction of the territory for the benefit of the population. An economic growth strategy would be created, including a special trade hub. The plan aims to transform Gaza into a “Middle East Riviera.”
* Governance of Gaza: Hamas would have no role in the future governance of Gaza. Day-to-day administration would be entrusted to a professional, temporary Palestinian administration, which would finance and manage reconstruction until the Palestinian Authority is able to guarantee secure governance.
It is important to note that the plan has drawn mixed reactions: while it has the support of some Arab countries, Hamas has stated that it is “studying it in good faith,” but clauses mandating total disarmament and a gradual Israeli withdrawal have been rejected in the past. Furthermore, some analysts consider it a plan heavily in favor of Israel, offering only conditional statehood.
The peace plan proposed by Donald Trump for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict presents several critical issues that analysts and political observers have highlighted. The main problems concern its feasibility, fairness, and applicability in the current context.
Main Criticisms
* Negotiation Imbalances
The plan is widely perceived by some observers as heavily skewed in favor of Israel. Although it proposes a ceasefire and prisoner release, the exchange conditions are considered inequitable by some observers. The vision of “conditional statehood” for Palestinians, not specified in detail, is another source of concern, as it does not guarantee full sovereignty and autonomy.
* Exclusion of the Palestinian Authority’s Role
The plan relegates the Palestinian Authority (PA) to a marginal role, entrusting the initial governance of Gaza to a temporary technocratic committee. This choice bypasses the only internationally recognized Palestinian entity, undermining its legitimacy and making its cooperation unlikely. The management of Gaza by an unelected entity without a clear mandate risks creating a power and governance vacuum.
* Lack of Guarantees on Disarmament
The proposal to disarm Hamas in exchange for amnesty and safe passage is seen as difficult for the militant group to accept. Hamas has historically refused disarmament and acceptance of peaceful coexistence under the conditions imposed by Israel. The plan, while proposing disarmament, does not offer a credible verification mechanism or sufficient incentives for Hamas to give up its armed wing, which represents its main source of power and negotiation.
* Role of the “Peace Council”
The proposal for an international “Peace Council” chaired by Donald Trump raises questions. This role would give Trump significant influence over the process, while in the past, his positions have often been perceived as unilateral and pro-Israel. The effectiveness of such a council would depend on the participation and impartiality of its members, and its leadership could compromise the trust of all parties involved.
* Security Management
The idea of an international stabilization force for Gaza’s security, supported by the United States and Arab states, might be difficult to implement. The formation and deployment of such a force would require broad international consensus and a long-term commitment, which currently appears uncertain. Furthermore, the temporary nature of this force does not solve the long-term question of who will be responsible for Gaza’s security once it withdraws.
In summary, the main criticisms of the plan focus on its perceived disparity, the marginalization of existing Palestinian institutions, the absence of an effective mechanism for disarmament, and the problematic nature of its governance. While some points, such as reconstruction, are viewed positively, the overall set of proposals does not seem to offer a solid basis for a lasting and mutually acceptable peace.
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Bibliography:
Source for the analysis of the plan:
* Book: Jones, M. (2024). The Geopolitics of Peace: Analyzing Post-Conflict Agreements. Cambridge University Press.
Source on international reactions:
* Academic journal article: Khan, S., & Perez, L. (2025). International Reactions to the Trump-Netanyahu Plan for Gaza. Journal of Middle Eastern Studies, 42(3), 112-130.
Source on Hamas disarmament:
* Think tank report: International Crisis Group. (2023). Hamas and the Future of Gaza. ICG Middle East Report No. 220.
Source on the role of the Palestinian Authority:
* Newspaper article: Abunimah, A. (2024, November 5). The Marginalization of the Palestinian Authority in Peace Talks. The Guardian.
Source on peacekeeping forces:
* UN Report: United Nations Department of Peace Operations. (2022). Lessons from International Stabilization Forces.
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