U.S. President Donald Trump has given Hamas a strict deadline of three to four days to accept a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the two-year-long Gaza conflict. The initiative demands an immediate ceasefire, release of hostages within 72 hours, disarmament of Hamas’s military wing, and the formation of a transitional technocratic government led by an international body with Trump at the helm.
The plan has garnered support from Israel, several key Arab and Muslim nations, and international mediators, but Hamas remains cautious and is reviewing the proposal. Trump warned that rejection could lead to a “very sad end,” underscoring urgent global concern amid rising casualties, with more than 66,000 Palestinians reported dead in Gaza since the conflict began.
Peace Plan Provisions and Stakeholder Responses
The comprehensive 20-point peace plan focuses on ending hostilities and rebuilding Gaza through a phased process. It mandates a ceasefire and calls for Hamas to release all hostages within three days. A key and contentious stipulation is the complete disarmament of Hamas, with members willing to commit to peaceful coexistence offered amnesty, while those unwilling are granted safe passage to neighbouring countries such as Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, or Iran.
Israel supports the initiative fully, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backing the plan and warning Hamas that Israel will act alone if the group refuses. Several Arab and Muslim nations, including Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, and Egypt, have endorsed the peace efforts, highlighting the broad regional backing.
However, Hamas officials have expressed reservations, viewing the proposal as heavily skewed in Israel’s favour and likely to dismantle their political influence. Yet, Hamas representatives have signalled they are reviewing the plan thoughtfully, reflecting the complexity of their decision amid pressure from regional allies and the international community.
Background and Regional Implications
The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict was reignited by Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack, causing over 1,200 deaths in Israel and leading to a retaliatory two-year conflict with devastating humanitarian consequences in Gaza. The peace plan is unique in proposing a transition governed by an international body, aiming to reduce Hamas’s dominance and enable Gaza’s reconstruction under technocratic leadership, which reportedly could include figures such as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Despite these intentions, critics argue the plan disproportionately favours Israeli security needs and offers limited guarantees for Palestinian statehood or rights, issues that remain at the core of enduring tensions. The proposal also follows Israel’s apology to Qatar for an earlier strike on Hamas leaders, illustrating the delicate diplomatic balancing required.
The future of this peace effort hinges on Hamas’s response, as their acceptance would open a new chapter for the conflict, while rejection risks further violence.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
The Logical Indian believes that achieving peace requires sincere dialogue grounded in empathy, respect, and fairness for all affected peoples. While the Trump-led peace plan offers a framework to halt violence and rebuild Gaza, it must incorporate voices from all sides and uphold human dignity equally.
A comprehensive, inclusive approach that emphasises coexistence and mutual understanding is vital to breaking the cycle of conflict. The Logical Indian urges international actors to use their influence constructively to support such dialogue, fostering harmony and stability not only in Gaza but across the Middle East.
.@POTUS: "All of the Arab countries are signed up, the Muslim countries all signed up, Israel's all signed up. We're just waiting for Hamas, and Hamas is either going to be doing it or not — and if it's not, it's going to be a very sad end." pic.twitter.com/yxz3HhOwzh
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) September 30, 2025
צפו בדברים שאמרתי בהצהרה המשותפת עם הנשיא טראמפ >> pic.twitter.com/Dfqgye6GoL
— Benjamin Netanyahu – בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) September 30, 2025
