The details of the peace proposal put forth by U.S. President Donald Trump for Gaza are still being examined, according to the Palestinian envoy to India. The envoy's sentiment reflects a cautious approach to the initiative, emphasizing the need to see tangible results on the ground.
Ambassador Abdullah Abu Shawesh, the Palestinian Ambassador to India, has welcomed the U.S. President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, echoing the sentiments of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. However, Abu Shawesh stressed that the plan's success hinges on Israel's actions on the ground.
Speaking at the Kerala Media Academy, Abu Shawesh stated that while the plan sounds promising theoretically, its practical implementation will determine its effectiveness. He stated, "President Abbas is welcoming this issue, but we should wait to see how the Israelis will react".
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also welcomed the peace plan, describing it as a path towards long-term peace and development. In a post on X, he wrote, "We welcome President Donald J. Trump's announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict. It provides a viable pathway to long-term and sustainable peace, security and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people, as also for the larger West Asian region. We hope all concerned will support this effort to end conflict and secure peace".
The Palestinian envoy has criticized Israel's military operations in Gaza, describing them as "genocide" and that Palestinians had been suffering continuous attacks for nearly two years.
According to India Today Global, Palestinian envoy to India, Ambassador Abdullah Abu Shawesh, explains the Palestinian Authority's position. He states, "It was not called a peace plan. It's called Trump comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict. Because wording has a meaning". The show examines why Hamas is likely to reject the proposal and why the Palestinian Authority, while welcoming efforts to end the war, does not consider it a basis for peace rooted in international law.
Israel's Ambassador to India Reuven Azar has welcomed US President Donald Trump's newly unveiled peace plan for Gaza as a "realistic pathway" towards ending years of bloodshed, emphasizing that its global backing-including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's endorsement-lends unprecedented credibility to the proposal.
Azar underlined that Israel sees the plan as a decisive moment to stabilise the Gaza Strip, dismantle Hamas's control, and create the conditions for sustainable peace and reconstruction. He said, "Either they [Hamas] agree diplomatically, or there will be a continuation of our military campaign, but this time with international consensus", and "We want to achieve the end of this conflict and a better future not only for us but also for our neighbors".
The US President announced the peace initiative earlier this week, outlining steps that include a 72-hour deadline for the return of Israeli hostages once Israel agrees to the plan. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has already signaled Israel's acceptance. The initiative rules out any role for Hamas in Gaza's future administration and instead calls for a program of "de-radicalisation" and a reformed Palestinian governance structure. Azar stressed that the plan draws lessons from past failures.
The plan requires Hamas to return all hostages, whether they are alive or deceased, within 72 hours of a ceasefire. The proposal also stipulates that Hamas should be excluded from any future governing roles in Palestine.
The plan proposes to place Gaza under an international governance body overseen by a 'Board of Peace', chaired by Mr. Trump. The plan further calls for the deployment of an International Stabilisation Force (ISF) in Gaza, while allowing the Israeli troops to retain “a security perimeter”. Hamas will have to demobilise itself. In essence, Gaza would be placed under a new colonial-type administration and a foreign military force, while Israel would continue to occupy parts of the enclave. Palestinians will be excluded from the top decision making bodies until “reforms of the Palestinian Authority are complete”.
