Hamas leaders were reviewing a recent ultimatum from the United States for peace negotiations while violence continued in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of at least 46 Palestinians. Tragic incidents included a mother and her six children killed in a missile strike and three casualties from an Israeli attack on a camp.
The escalating conflict saw a surge in violence across Gaza, with an ultimatum presented to Hamas by President Donald Trump, giving them a few days to accept a proposed peace deal. The potential agreement, if ratified, could mark a significant step towards peace in the region since the outbreak of hostilities in 2023.
The proposed peace plan, endorsed by Israel, outlined conditions for Hamas’ disarmament, amnesty for fighters, cessation of hostilities, and the immediate release of hostages. The plan also included provisions for the establishment of a peace board headed by Trump and Tony Blair to oversee Gaza’s transition.
While international support for the proposal grew, with numerous countries backing the initiative, Hamas faced internal deliberations before responding to the peace offer. The plan emphasized the need for Hamas to disarm in exchange for humanitarian aid, reconstruction, and an end to the conflict.
Despite mixed reactions to the peace plan, efforts by various global leaders and organizations aimed to facilitate a ceasefire and humanitarian assistance in Gaza. The United Nations expressed readiness to ramp up aid deliveries, emphasizing the importance of unimpeded access for humanitarian operations.
World leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressed support for Trump’s initiative to resolve the Gaza crisis. The proposed plan sought to lay the groundwork for sustainable peace and development in the region, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts and international endorsements of the peace proposal.