US President Donald Trump on Monday announced a comprehensive 20-point plan to end the war in Gaza, securing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s support while warning that Israel would “finish the job” against Hamas if the militant group rejects the deal.

Unveiled at the White House, the plan calls for a ceasefire, the release of hostages by Hamas within 72 hours, disarmament of the group, a gradual Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and the establishment of a post-war transitional authority headed by Trump himself.

Netanyahu praised the plan, saying, “I support your plan to end the war in Gaza which achieves our war aims.” He added that if Hamas rejects or undermines the deal, Israel would act independently to complete its mission. Trump affirmed Israel would have his “full backing” to do so.

Despite the firm stance, Trump described the peace process as “beyond very close” and hailed the plan as “potentially one of the great days ever in civilization.”

The announcement drew quick reactions globally. Eight key Arab and Muslim countries—Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Turkey, Indonesia, and Pakistan—commended the “sincere efforts” following recent talks with Trump. European allies, including France, the UK, Germany, and Italy, also expressed strong support. European Union chief Antonio Costa urged all sides to “seize this moment to give peace a genuine chance.”

However, uncertainty lingers. Trump and Netanyahu declined to take questions after the announcement, citing ongoing talks with key parties.

Hamas has yet to formally respond. A senior official said the group would “respond once we receive it,” with Qatari and Egyptian mediators already sharing the proposal. In Gaza, displaced residents voiced skepticism, with one saying, “We as a people will not accept this farce.”

The Palestinian Authority, slated for a role in the post-war Gaza government, welcomed Trump’s “sincere and determined efforts.”

The deal poses challenges for both Hamas and Israel. It demands full disarmament of Hamas militants and excludes them from future government roles, though those agreeing to peaceful coexistence would be granted amnesty. Netanyahu’s cabinet, particularly far-right members, may resist aspects of the plan. He stressed Israeli forces would maintain Gaza’s security “for the foreseeable future” and expressed doubts about the Palestinian Authority’s role. The plan also leaves room for future Palestinian statehood, which Netanyahu reportedly opposed.

Trump, who has recently expressed frustration with Netanyahu—especially over an Israeli strike on Hamas members in Qatar and potential West Bank annexation—facilitated a call from Netanyahu to Qatar’s prime minister to express “deep regret” and a commitment not to repeat the strike.

Key elements of Trump’s plan include deploying a “temporary international stabilization force” and forming a transitional authority led by Trump and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, who praised the plan as “bold and intelligent.”

The Gaza war began after Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attack, which killed 1,219 people in Israel, mostly civilians. Israel’s ongoing offensive has devastated Gaza, killing over 66,000 Palestinians, also mostly civilians, according to figures from the Hamas-run health ministry and the United Nations.