Gaza Peace Plan: What’s Inside the 15-Point Roadmap?
News Desk
Washington: A newly released 15-point roadmap for Gaza’s future has outlined a phased plan focused on ending hostilities, addressing Hamas’ military capabilities and establishing a new administrative system in the war-torn territory.
The Gaza Peace Board, formed under the leadership of US President Donald Trump, has unveiled the proposed framework, which aims to guide the next phase after a ceasefire through security arrangements, humanitarian support and political restructuring.
According to the plan, all sides would be required to approve the agreement within 14 days. Moving from one phase to the next would depend on confirmation that previous commitments have been fulfilled, with an international committee responsible for monitoring progress.
A major part of the roadmap includes the gradual suspension of military operations, phased disarmament of Hamas and the step-by-step withdrawal of Israeli forces from agreed areas.
The proposal also suggests forming a Palestinian National Committee for the Administration of Gaza to manage civilian affairs. The committee would operate under the principle of “one law, one authority and one weapon,” aiming to create a unified governing structure.
The plan further calls for the temporary deployment of an international stabilization force to help maintain security, train civilian police and support humanitarian operations. The force, however, would not directly take over policing responsibilities.
Reports from Arab media outlets indicate that Hamas has expressed conditional support for the roadmap but has linked its acceptance to key demands, including a complete halt to Israeli military operations, the withdrawal of Israeli troops, reconstruction efforts and the arrival of international security forces.
Hamas has also said that the issue of heavy weapons must be addressed as part of a wider agreement that includes guarantees for Gaza’s future.
The United States has reportedly assured that the agreement would be based on mutual implementation and that Washington would work to ensure commitments from all sides are respected.
President Trump described the development as a major diplomatic breakthrough, saying that a deal involving Hamas’ disarmament had once appeared impossible.
However, the proposal has triggered opposition from some Israeli officials. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir rejected the plan, warning that limiting military operations could allow Hamas to reorganize.
A senior Israeli official reportedly said that Israeli forces would not fully withdraw unless Hamas is completely disarmed, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has yet to issue a detailed public response.
As diplomatic efforts continue, the 15-point Gaza roadmap faces significant challenges, with questions remaining over implementation, security guarantees and whether all parties can reach a lasting agreement.
