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How Trump’s 20-Point Gaza Plan Aims for Ceasefire and Reconstruction Amid Disarmament Dispute

Trump's Gaza Plan Gains Attention

Hamas partially accepts Trump's Gaza deal, prompting negotiations in Cairo. The move raises hopes for ending the war, but significant gaps remain, particularly on disarmament and Israeli troop withdrawal.

  • Hamas partially accepts Trump's plan
  • Negotiations begin in Cairo
  • 67,000 Palestinians have died
  • Hamas agrees to release hostages
  • Disarmament discussions are necessary
  • Israel remains vague on troop withdrawal
  • Negotiations aim for a comprehensive deal

President Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan offers a roadmap for ending a two-year conflict: an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages, and a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces in return for Hamas ceding governance and disarming. While it secures broad agreement on hostages and aid, deep divisions over weapons and troop pullout threaten its viability.

Overview of the Plan

On September 29, 2025, President Trump unveiled a 20-point plan to end the Gaza war. Phase 1 calls for:

  • A full ceasefire.
  • Release of all hostages within 72 hours.
  • Redeployment of Israeli forces to a clearly defined boundary inside Gaza.
  • Transfer of Gaza governance to a Palestinian technocratic authority.
  • Disarmament of Hamas’s military wing.

Phase 2 envisages large-scale reconstruction, humanitarian aid delivery, and steps toward Palestinian self-rule.[1][2][3]

Hamas’s Conditional Acceptance

On October 5, Hamas agreed to:

  • Release of all hostages within 72 hours.
  • Transfer governance to Palestinian technocrats.
  • Redeployment of Israeli troops to the designated line.

It withheld agreement on disarmament and broader security arrangements pending consultation with other Palestinian factions.[4][5][6]

Negotiation Venue and Timeline

Indirect talks were held October 6–9 in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, mediated by the US, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey. A summit chaired by President Trump and President el-Sisi on October 12 aimed to finalize terms and establish enforcement mechanisms.[7][8][9]

Humanitarian Context

  • Palestinian casualties since October 7, 2023: over 67,000 killed and 169,000 wounded according to Gaza’s Health Ministry.[10][11]
  • UN agencies report acute food and water shortages, with famine conditions in parts of northern Gaza.[12][13]
  • Infrastructure damage exceeds 60 percent of civilian buildings, per UN assessments.[14][10]
Issue Hamas Position Israeli Position
Disarmament Rejects giving up arms; views them as security Demands binding disarmament language
Full Troop Withdrawal Seeks complete pullout Will maintain forces “deep inside” Gaza
Oversight and Guarantees Wants firm international guarantees Seeks mechanism to prevent Hamas rearmament

Path to Agreement

  1. Disarmament Mechanism:
    • International monitors to supervise weapons collection.
    • Transparent verification protocols.
  2. Withdrawal Timeline:
    • Phased redeployment benchmarks.
    • Third-party verification at each stage.
  3. Enforcement Guarantees:
    • Sanctions or peacekeeping deployment for violations.
    • Legal framework under UN Security Council resolution.

The plan marks the closest approach to an enduring ceasefire and post-war framework. However, without clear resolution of core disputes, full implementation remains uncertain. The next days in Cairo and Sharm el-Sheikh will determine whether negotiators can bridge these gaps or if talks once again collapse under mutual distrust.

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FAQ

Why is Hamas hesitant about disarmament?

Hamas has not confirmed a change in position regarding disarmament.

What guarantees will Israel provide on troop withdrawal?

Specific guarantees on Israel's withdrawal are unclear.

How will the international community influence this deal?

International guarantees may be needed for compliance.