U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have reportedly agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza within the next two weeks, according to Times of Israel, citing Israel Hayom. The agreement was reached during a recent phone call between the two leaders.
The plan envisions the removal of Hamas from power in Gaza and its replacement by a joint Arab administration, involving four countries including the UAE and Egypt. Hamas leadership would be exiled, and all hostages released. However, Netanyahu remains firmly opposed to any role for the Palestinian Authority—a stance that complicates the plan, as Arab states insist on a two-state framework for participating in Gaza’s reconstruction.
The reported proposal includes broader diplomatic implications: Saudi Arabia and Syria would normalize relations with Israel, while unnamed countries would absorb Gazan migrants. In exchange, Israel would support a two-state solution, provided that the Palestinian Authority undergoes reforms. Additionally, the U.S. would formally recognize Israeli sovereignty over parts of the West Bank.
Speaking at the NATO summit in The Hague, Trump described the initiative as “wonderful progress,” crediting the recent U.S. strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities as a catalyst. “We were already close to a deal on Gaza,” he said, “but this helped show strength.”
Meanwhile, Hamas confirmed that indirect negotiations have never ceased. Senior official Taher al-Nunu told AFP that mediation efforts by Egypt and Qatar have intensified in recent days, despite the prolonged war that has ravaged Gaza for over 20 months.
If officially confirmed and implemented, the Trump-Netanyahu ceasefire and governance plan could mark a turning point in one of the longest-running conflicts in the region.