In a major diplomatic move, President Donald Trump announced a detailed 20-point proposal for a Gaza ceasefire during a White House meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on September 29, 2025. The ambitious plan aims to immediately end the conflict and establish a framework for Gaza’s future governance and security.
The proposal outlines an immediate ceasefire contingent on Hamas releasing all hostages and disarming. In return, Israel would undertake phased military withdrawals from Gaza, supported by reconstruction aid and an International Stabilization Force (ISF). A key feature is the establishment of a temporary technocratic governance committee for Gaza, overseen by a newly created “Board of Peace” to be chaired by President Trump himself, with former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair among its members.
The plan has garnered significant international backing, with reported endorsements from leaders in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, and India. Proponents see it as a “viable pathway to long term and sustainable peace, security and development.”
However, the proposal faces immediate criticism from Palestinian analysts and activists who note the complete exclusion of Palestinian input in its formulation. Further complicating its prospects, Prime Minister Netanyahu’s private remarks suggest Israel may not commit to a full troop withdrawal. The announcement was met with protests outside the White House, highlighting the deep divisions and challenges facing the plan’s implementation.
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