Former U.S. President Donald Trump recently revealed a 20-point peace initiative for Gaza, designed to swiftly conclude the conflict between Israel and Hamas. A central component mandates the release of all hostages, both living and deceased, within 72 hours of a ceasefire taking effect. The proposal, which envisions a revitalized region dubbed “New Gaza,” outlines key framework elements but reserves many specifics for future negotiations. Its ultimate success relies heavily on acceptance by Hamas, the militant group that initiated the conflict on October 7, 2023.
This comprehensive plan emerged from extensive discussions held over recent weeks between Donald Trump, his advisory team, and influential Israeli and Arab leaders. Let’s delve into its primary components:
Hostage Release and Prisoner Exchange
The plan stipulates that an immediate end to the war would follow an agreement from both sides. This would involve a partial withdrawal of Israeli forces, paving the way for a hostage exchange. All military actions would cease, and existing battle lines would remain fixed until all prerequisites for a “complete staged withdrawal” of Israeli forces are fulfilled.
A critical aspect dictates that all hostages, living and deceased, must be returned within 72 hours of Israel’s public acceptance of the proposal. Following this release, Israel commits to freeing 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences, alongside 1,700 Gazans detained since the conflict began on October 7, 2023. Furthermore, for each Israeli hostage’s remains repatriated, Israel would release the remains of 15 deceased Gazans.
A social media post from Rapid Response 47 summarizes President Donald J. Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict, highlighting that Gaza will be a deradicalized, terror-free zone, redeveloped for its people, and that if conditions are met, the conflict will cease.
Amnesty for Hamas Members and Aid Delivery
The proposal offers amnesty to Hamas members who agree to peaceful coexistence and surrender their weapons, once all hostages are freed. Additionally, Hamas members choosing to depart Gaza would be granted safe passage to various receiving nations.
Upon the agreement’s acceptance, comprehensive humanitarian aid would immediately flow into the Gaza Strip, maintaining levels consistent with a January 19, 2025, accord. These aid deliveries would be facilitated by the United Nations and associated agencies, free from interference by either Israel or Hamas.
The plan explicitly aims for a “deradicalized” Gaza, ensuring it no longer poses a threat to its neighbors, and prioritizing its redevelopment for the well-being of its people.
Another social media post from Rapid Response 47 reiterates key points of the plan, emphasizing a deradicalized and terror-free Gaza, redeveloped for the benefit of its suffering people, and an immediate end to conflict if certain conditions are met.
Establishing a ‘Board of Peace’ and Interim Governance
Trump’s plan proposes an international “Board of Peace,” to be chaired by himself, with former British Prime Minister Tony Blair serving in a yet-to-be-defined capacity. This board would oversee the implementation of the peace process.
Gaza itself would transition to temporary governance under a “technocratic, apolitical” committee composed of Palestinian and international experts, all operating under the oversight of the Board of Peace.
This committee would be responsible for establishing the framework and managing the funding for Gaza’s redevelopment until significant reforms are implemented within the Palestinian Authority.
Trump’s Economic Development Plan for Gaza
An economic development strategy, initiated by Trump, aims to rebuild Gaza. This strategy will be formulated by a panel of experts renowned for their contributions to the development of flourishing modern cities across the Middle East. The plan also includes establishing a special economic zone, offering preferred tariff and access rates, subject to negotiations with various participating nations.
A photo depicts the White House announcing the Gaza peace plan on Monday, September 29, 2025, further illustrating the official presentation of this initiative.
Future Governance of Gaza and Demilitarization
The plan guarantees that no one will be compelled to leave Gaza, a region heavily impacted by the recent conflict. Residents wishing to depart would have the freedom to do so, with the option to return. The proposal explicitly states: “We will encourage people to stay and offer them the opportunity to build a better Gaza.”
Hamas and other militant factions would be required to relinquish all direct or indirect governance over Gaza. Furthermore, all military infrastructure, including tunnels and weapon manufacturing sites, would be dismantled. Independent monitors would be tasked with overseeing the complete demilitarization of the area.
As outlined in the plan, “New Gaza will be fully committed to building a prosperous economy and to peaceful coexistence with their neighbors.”
Role of Regional Partners
Regional partners are expected to ensure Hamas and other factions adhere to their commitments, guaranteeing that the new Gaza poses no security threat. The United States plans to collaborate with Arab and international allies to establish and deploy a temporary International Stabilization Force to Gaza without delay.
Pathway to Palestinian Statehood
The plan explicitly states that Israel will neither occupy nor annex Gaza. The Israeli Defense Forces are mandated to gradually transfer any occupied Gaza territory to the International Stabilization Force.
While the plan acknowledges Palestinian aspirations for self-determination and statehood, it remains general regarding the precise pathway to achieving it. It suggests that as Gaza’s redevelopment progresses and the Palestinian Authority undergoes reforms, “the conditions may finally be in place for a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood, which we recognize as the aspiration of the Palestinian people.”
The United States commits to initiating a dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians, aiming to establish a “political horizon for peaceful and prosperous co-existence.” A video provides further insights into the Gaza peace plan.