US President Donald Trump will push a new peace plan to end the Israel-Gaza war during White House talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday.
Trump has talked up prospects of reaching an agreement, telling journalists on Friday: I think we have a deal.
But Netanyahu said on Sunday it's not been finalized yet, while Hamas stated they had not formally received the proposal.
According to leaked details from US and Israeli media, the plan includes provisions for the release of all hostages within 48 hours upon confirmation of the deal, while Israel would release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences.
Additionally, members of Hamas who commit to the peace process would be offered amnesty and safe passage, with a stipulation that the group would have no future role in Gaza, resulting in the destruction of all Hamas military structures.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) would gradually withdraw from Gaza, transitioning governance to an interim transitional government.
This proposal represents a significant departure from prior plans advocated by the Trump administration, which suggested relocating Gaza's entire population for redevelopment.
The initiative encourages Palestinians to remain in Gaza and acknowledges their ambitions for a future state, factoring in a reformed role for the Palestinian Authority (PA) in the territory.
Netanyahu's large coalition may present obstacles, as hardline elements argue against any acknowledgment of a Palestinian state and seek to solidify control over Gaza.
Recent opinion polls indicate that Netanyahu is under pressure from the Israeli public to conclude the ongoing conflict, particularly from families of hostages.
Trump appears to be losing patience with Netanyahu, as tensions rise over escalating Israeli military actions in Gaza following Hamas attacks earlier this month, which resulted in significant casualties.
The international community is monitoring these developments closely, as ongoing humanitarian crises unfold in Gaza amid the conflict.
