PM Modi Welcomes Trump’s Peace Plan for Gaza War
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PM Modi expressed hope for an end to the conflict as he welcomed Donald Trump’s peace proposal aimed at resolving the Hamas-Israel war, following announcements by the US and Israel.
PM Modi on Trump's Gaza Peace Plan: US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have announced a comprehensive peace proposal to end the Gaza War. During a joint press conference at the White House, the two leaders stated that Israel has agreed to the proposal and is now awaiting Hamas's decision. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also responded to this. PM Modi welcomed Donald Trump's plan and expressed hope that it will lead to consensus between the two sides and a path to peace.
PM Modi tweeted, "We welcome President Donald Trump's announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza War. It offers a viable path to long-term and sustainable peace, security, and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people, as well as the broader West Asian region. We hope that all concerned parties will unite behind President Trump's initiative and support this effort to end the conflict and ensure peace."
It should be noted that late Monday night, US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a comprehensive peace proposal to end the Gaza War during a joint press conference at the White House. President Donald Trump, after concluding his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, called it a "historic day." Trump then presented a 20-point deal regarding Gaza. Both leaders stated that if Hamas accepts this, all remaining hostages will be released within 72 hours. If Hamas does not do so, Israel will attack, with the US supporting it. Trump stated that the Israeli army will gradually withdraw from Gaza.
Key points of Trump's Gaza Peace Plan:
Release of all 48 hostages under the ceasefire agreement.
A permanent ceasefire will be implemented.
Gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.
Release of 250 life-imprisoned Palestinian prisoners and 2,000 other detainees.
A new government in Gaza without Hamas, consisting of Palestinian Authority, Arab, and international representatives.
A technocratic (non-political) Palestinian government will be formed in Gaza.
A new security force consisting of soldiers from Palestinian, Arab, and Muslim countries.
Financial assistance from Arab and Muslim countries for the reconstruction and administration of Gaza.
The Palestinian Authority will retain limited participation in the new government.
Disarming Hamas and destroying heavy weapons and tunnels.
Hamas members who renounce violence will be granted amnesty and permission to remain in Gaza.
Hamas members who do not renounce violence will be allowed to leave safely.
Netanyahu apologizes to Qatar's PM
During the meeting, Netanyahu apologized by phone to Qatar's Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. Israel carried out airstrikes targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar on September 9th.
It should be noted that more than 66,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war that has been ongoing since October 7, 2023. Hamas still holds 48 hostages. Israel believes that approximately 20 of these individuals are still alive.