Former President Donald Trump has introduced a comprehensive 20-point peace plan to resolve the conflict in Gaza. Through his Board of Peace, the proposal outlines the total disarmament of Hamas and a structured withdrawal of Israeli troops.
The mechanics of Hamas disarmament and the 20-point plan
The core of the proposal involves the complete disarmament of Hamas, requiring the group to destroy its offensive weaponry . As part of this transition, Hamas has reportedly begun dissolving its government in Gaza to prepare for a transfer of power to a technical committee supported by the United Nations. Trump's plan also envisions a transitional authority led by himself to oversee the implementation of these phases.
According to the report,the initial stage of the deal includes a ceasefire where existing battle lines are frozen in place, followed by the immediate delivery of full humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. This move aims to address the long-standing humanitarian crisis while ensuring that Gaza no longer serves as a base for terror attacks.
A multinational International Stabilization Force and vetted Palestinian police
To maintain order, the plan calls for the deployment of an International Stabilization Force to guard borders and prevent weapons smuggling. This multinational group would be tasked with deterring militant resurgence through targeted counter-terror raids and protecting reconstruction projects. This force would work alongside a newly formed, professionally vetted Palestinian police force tasked with protecting civilians and investigating crimes.
Trump has credited mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey for their roles in facilitating these discussions alongside his own team.. The plan emphasizes that the new police force would be nationally recruited to ensure public order and the protection of residents.
The 73,000-fatality toll and the October 7 legacy
This proposed peace comes after a year of intense violence following the October 7, 2023, attacks, which killed approximately 1,200 people in Israel and saw 251 taken hostage. The report notes that Israel's retaliatory military actions in Gaza have resulted in over 73,000 Palestinian deaths, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. While this ministry is part of the Hamas-led government, the source notes it is considered reliable by UN agencies and independent experts.
The staggering loss of life, which includes a high proportion of women and children, provides the grim backdrop for Trump's attempt to freeze battle lines. The document also notes a significant shift in policy: rather than forcing Palestinians to leave, the plan encourages residents to stay and build a better Gaza.
The silence from Benjamin Netanyahu and the Board of Peace's mandate
While the plan mentions meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the Daily Mail has reached out to the Prime Minister for comment without a response yet. There are also significant unknowns regarding the legal status of the "Board of Peace" and how a private entity can effectively manage a UN-backed technical committee. Furthermore, it remains unverified how the proposed amnesty for peaceful militants will be enforced without triggering further instability, or how the transition will balance the security needs of Israel with the governance of Gaza.
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