Trump to push Netanyahu on Gaza peace plan at White House
Summary
US President Donald Trump is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House to push for a peace plan to end the Gaza conflict, which involves disarmament of Hamas and releasing hostages.
Key Points
- US President Donald Trump will host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House to discuss a Gaza peace plan.
- Trump claims a deal to end the Gaza war, free hostages, and disarm Hamas is near following talks with Arab leaders.
- Netanyahu remains defiant, emphasizing continuing the military offensive and opposing a Palestinian state.
- A proposed US-led deal includes Hamas disarmament, hostage release, and a ceasefire, with possible transitional governance over Gaza.
- Netanyahu rejects the Palestinian Authority's role in Gaza governance and is skeptical about its reform.
- The Gaza conflict stems from Hamas's October 7 attack killing 1,219 Israelis, with over 65,549 Palestinians killed in response.
