Washington, Sep 30 (NationPress) US President Donald Trump has officially unveiled his 20-point peace plan aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The plan was shared with the public on Monday during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.

In a joint press conference, Trump stated that if Hamas agrees to the terms laid out in the proposal, hostages would be released, leading to an end to the conflict. He remarked, “Now it’s time for Hamas to accept the terms of the plan that we’ve put forward today. I’m hearing Hamas wants to get this done.”

However, he cautioned that should Hamas refuse the offer, “Israel would have my full backing to finish the job of destroying the threat of Hamas.”

Netanyahu also expressed his endorsement of the peace initiative, indicating that it aligns with Israel’s “war aims” but warned of the consequences if Hamas does not comply, stating, “It can be done the easy way or it can be done the hard way.”

Trump's plan proposes the formation of a temporary technocratic administration, with Israel committing not to annex the Gaza Strip and ensuring no residents are displaced. An immediate cessation of hostilities is promised upon acceptance, with all hostages, both alive and deceased, to be returned within 72 hours.

A new international transitional entity, dubbed the “Board of Peace,” will supervise the Gaza government. This board will be led by Trump and include prominent figures such as former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair. This entity will establish the framework for the rebuilding of Gaza until the Palestinian Authority can restore governance through a reform process.

Members of Hamas who choose the path of peace will be granted amnesty, while those who do not will be provided safe passage out of the region. Security in Gaza will be managed by regional and international forces, who will also aid in training Palestinian police, with humanitarian assistance flowing in at predetermined levels. The US is expected to facilitate ongoing dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians to foster long-term coexistence.

Before Trump's announcement, Riyad Mansour, head of the Palestine Mission to the United Nations, reiterated the Palestinian Authority's willingness to collaborate with Trump and the US administration, along with Saudi Arabia and other regional partners.

“We reiterate Palestine's readiness to work with President Trump and the US administration with Saudi Arabia and regional actors, with your European partners and the members of this distinguished Security Council, with the entire international community,” he added.

The conflict in Gaza erupted nearly two years ago, following a Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, which resulted in 1,200 fatalities and 251 hostages taken. Currently, around 48 individuals are believed to remain in captivity, with approximately 20 thought to be alive.

Intensifying pressure on Israel to conclude the war has emerged as over 66,000 Palestinians have died, and extensive destruction has occurred throughout Gaza.