The Trump administration proposed 'Project Sunrise,' a plan to transform Gaza into a futuristic coastal city with a $112.1 billion investment over 10 years, involving US funding and international support, though details and feasibility remain uncertain.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced hopes to free all hostages from Gaza soon amid indirect talks with Hamas in Egypt, as Israel prepares to implement a U.S.-backed plan involving partial withdrawal from Gaza and disarmament of Hamas, amidst ongoing violence and international diplomatic efforts.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad endorses Hamas's response to a US-led peace plan, which could facilitate hostage releases amid ongoing Israeli strikes in Gaza, as tensions and military actions continue in the region.
Hamas's military leader in Gaza opposes a new US ceasefire plan, viewing it as aimed at ending Hamas regardless of their acceptance, and citing concerns over disarmament, hostages, and potential occupation. The plan faces internal resistance within Hamas and opposition from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, complicating efforts to de-escalate the conflict following recent violence.
The U.S. and Israel have proposed a broad plan to end the Gaza conflict, involving hostage releases, humanitarian aid, and disarmament of Hamas, with uncertain prospects for acceptance and implementation amid political and regional complexities.
Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich has proposed turning Gaza into a real estate opportunity and discussed dividing the territory with the US, despite international condemnation. His comments follow Israel's military campaign in Gaza, which has caused extensive destruction and a high death toll, with ongoing debates about long-term plans for the region, including controversial ideas of US trusteeship and land annexation.
The White House is circulating a controversial plan called the GREAT Trust to transform Gaza into a high-tech hub with smart cities and massive investments, potentially involving the relocation of a significant portion of its population, amid ongoing conflict and debates over the plan's implications and motivations.
Hamas has responded to a US-backed ceasefire proposal for Gaza, which includes a prisoner exchange and immediate humanitarian aid, but has not fully accepted the terms, citing concerns over guarantees of a permanent ceasefire and extension assurances.