Trump’s Peace Plan for Gaza: Pressure Mounts on Netanyahu

Donald Trump is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with a primary focus on securing the latter’s support for a peace proposal aimed at ending the war in Gaza. Trump is prepared to exert pressure on Netanyahu to accept the plan, which has the support of Arab nations. Failure to agree could lead to strained relations between the U.S. and Israel. The former U.S. President’s advisors have emphasized the importance of resolving the conflict. They have indicated that responsibility for the war’s continuation would fall on Netanyahu if the peace plan is rejected. The plan, designed to achieve a ceasefire, includes provisions for the release of hostages and the phased withdrawal of Israeli forces. The conflict, which began on October 7, 2023, has resulted in substantial casualties and displaced populations, making a resolution a priority for international leaders.