President Donald Trump unveiled a comprehensive 21-point peace plan for Gaza during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, marking what Trump called "one of the greatest days in history." The plan calls for an immediate end to the war in Gaza, the return of all hostages to Israel within 72 hours of agreement, and the establishment of a new international oversight body called the "Peace Council."

Under Trump's proposal, Gaza would be temporarily managed by a Palestinian technocratic committee, while Hamas and other factions would commit to not participating in any form of governing the Strip. The plan stipulates that Israel will not occupy or annex Gaza, and Hamas members who commit to laying down their arms will receive amnesty after the hostages' release. Netanyahu expressed strong support for the plan, stating it aligns with Israel's five principles for ending the war and the day after Hamas.

International reactions to the peace proposal have been largely positive. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the European Union is ready to contribute to the peace proposal, while maintaining that the two-state solution remains the only viable option for lasting peace. French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Trump's plan, declaring that "Hamas has no choice but to immediately release all hostages and act according to this plan." British Prime Minister Keir Starmer also endorsed the proposal, calling on Hamas to agree to the terms and lay down its weapons.

Arab nations have shown cautious support for the initiative. The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Egypt issued a joint statement welcoming Trump's plan and expressing readiness to "cooperate positively with the US and relevant parties to reach an agreement and ensure its implementation." The Palestinian Authority also welcomed Trump's efforts, reiterating its commitment to work with the United States on a comprehensive agreement based on the two-state solution.

However, resistance has emerged from some quarters. Islamic Jihad Secretary General Ziad Nakhala criticized the plan as "a recipe for igniting the region," claiming it reflects Israel's full position and constitutes a continued attack against the Palestinian people. A senior Hamas official described the proposal as "an attempt to stifle international momentum" regarding Palestinian statehood recognition, though diplomatic sources reported that Qatar and Egypt have transmitted Trump's plan to the Hamas negotiating delegation.

Domestic Israeli politics have also been affected by the announcement. Protesters blocked major highways near Tel Aviv, with parents of combat soldiers rappelling from bridges to demand Netanyahu implement the agreement. Meanwhile, hostage families expressed cautious optimism, with the Hostage Families Forum thanking Trump for the "significant breakthrough" while emphasizing that "the test now is immediate implementation of the deal."

Several security incidents occurred throughout the day across the region. The Israeli military reported eliminating two Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon and thwarting an ISIS-inspired bombing plot against soldiers in Acre. Additionally, a workplace accident in Ashdod's industrial zone resulted in one fatality, while Bank Hapoalim employees initiated a strike affecting 180 branches nationwide.

Trump's administration also took concrete action on immigration policy, reportedly coordinating the deportation of approximately 100 Iranian citizens back to Tehran in consultation with the Iranian regime. This move comes as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi addressed ongoing sanctions negotiations, claiming that "attempts were made to force Iran to make unreasonable and impossible concessions."

The peace plan represents a significant diplomatic gambit, with Trump warning that if Hamas rejects the proposal, "Israel has backing to eliminate the threat." Netanyahu echoed this sentiment, stating that if Hamas rejects or undermines the plan, "Israel will finish the job itself." As international attention focuses on Hamas's response to the 21-point proposal, the coming days will prove crucial in determining whether this initiative can break the deadlock in one of the world's most intractable conflicts.