Trump Says ‘For the Most Part, There Is Consensus’ on Next Stages of Gaza Ceasefire Plan

Trump Says ‘For the Most Part, There Is Consensus’ on Next Stages of Gaza Ceasefire Plan


Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that progress is being made toward advancing his proposed Gaza ceasefire and hostage-release plan, noting that “for the most part, there is consensus” among key parties on the next stages of the agreement.

Speaking to reporters on Friday, Trump said discussions involving Israel, Hamas intermediaries, and regional partners have “moved in a positive direction,” signaling cautious optimism about achieving a sustainable truce after months of devastating conflict.

“We’ve reached a point where most of the involved parties agree on the framework for what comes next,” Trump said. “It’s not perfect, but it’s a path forward — one that saves lives, brings the hostages home, and restores some hope for peace in the region.”

Ceasefire Framework Progress

The plan, initially proposed by Trump and backed by several international mediators, outlines a multi-phase process that includes a full ceasefire, the exchange of hostages and prisoners, and the gradual opening of humanitarian corridors into Gaza. Sources close to the discussions said both Israeli and Palestinian representatives have expressed tentative support, though disagreements remain over implementation details and security guarantees.

According to senior U.S. officials, the first phase of the plan would prioritize an immediate cessation of hostilities for a defined period, during which humanitarian aid would flow freely to Gaza under international supervision. In the second phase, negotiations would address political arrangements and reconstruction efforts.

Regional and International Support

The Trump-led initiative has drawn cautious praise from several Arab states, including Egypt, Qatar, and Jordan, who have been instrumental in mediating between Israel and Hamas. The United Nations and European Union have also indicated readiness to support the plan if both sides demonstrate a genuine commitment to peace.

“We’ve spoken to everyone — Israel, Egypt, Qatar, and others — and there’s broad agreement that enough is enough,” Trump said. “People want to see an end to the bloodshed and a start to rebuilding.”

Challenges Ahead

Despite Trump’s optimism, analysts warn that several sticking points remain unresolved, particularly regarding security arrangements in Gaza and the long-term governance of the territory once hostilities end. Israel has maintained that it will not tolerate any Hamas control after the war, while Palestinian factions insist on political inclusion in any future framework.

Diplomatic sources also note that tensions within Israel’s ruling coalition and skepticism among Hamas leaders could complicate the timeline for implementing the agreement.

Looking Forward

Trump emphasized that while the process is far from complete, momentum is building toward an outcome “that could finally turn the page on one of the world’s longest and most painful conflicts.”

“It’s taken a lot of effort, a lot of talking, and a lot of convincing,” he said. “But for the most part, there is consensus — and that’s something we haven’t seen in a very long time.”

International observers are now waiting to see whether the framework will lead to concrete steps on the ground. If successful, it could mark the most significant breakthrough in Middle East peace efforts in years.

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