The United States has reportedly proposed a new post-war plan for Gaza, aiming to restore stability and remove Hamas from power, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Under the proposal, Gaza would be divided into two control zones — one governed by Israel and one by Hamas — as a temporary measure until all militant groups are fully disarmed. Reconstruction efforts would be limited to the Israeli-controlled zone to ensure that aid and infrastructure are not misused by Hamas.
The plan was presented in Israel by U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and Jared Kushner, former adviser and son-in-law of Donald Trump. Their visit sought to maintain the fragile ceasefire that took effect on October 10, which established a “yellow line” marking the Israeli-controlled area covering roughly 53% of Gaza, with gradual withdrawal based on disarmament progress.
Vance described Gaza as divided into “safe” and “dangerous” zones, while Kushner emphasized that no reconstruction funding would be allocated to Hamas-held territories until the group is completely removed from power.
Several Arab governments have voiced strong opposition, warning that the plan could lead to a permanent Israeli presence in parts of Gaza. Their participation in any international security or policing mission under such circumstances appears unlikely.
U.S. officials are exploring various governance options, including a technocratic administration or an international committee under UN supervision. Some propose returning authority to the Palestinian Authority, though Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu firmly rejects that idea.
Washington views the divided reconstruction as a potential pathway to a Hamas-free Gaza, while many Palestinians fear it could instead entrench division and long-term occupation.
