US President Donald Trump stated that the United States will play a role in helping rebuild Gaza and keeping it safe and peaceful.
He made this statement on Wednesday local time after Israel and Hamas agreed to the first stage of the peace plan he proposed.
“We will be involved in helping them succeed and helping keep it peaceful,” Trump told Fox News several hours after he announced the peace agreement between Israel and Hamas. The US President added that he is “very confident there will be peace in the Middle East.”
The agreement to end the war in Gaza was reached through indirect negotiations with Israel in Egypt. Hamas is willing to conduct a prisoner exchange with Israel.
The Palestinian militant group said “it has reached an agreement ending the war in Gaza, the withdrawal of occupation forces, the entry of humanitarian aid, and the exchange of prisoners.”
Hamas also urged US President Donald Trump to force Israel to fully implement the agreement and “not allow it to evade or delay implementation of what has been agreed upon.”
The exchange of hostages and Palestinian prisoners will take place within 72 hours after the agreement is implemented. Hamas stated that Israeli citizens held hostage will be exchanged for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
Previously, Trump announced that Israel and Hamas had agreed to a peace proposal for Gaza. Both parties have signed the first stage of the peace agreement for Gaza.
“I am very proud to announce that Israel and Hamas have signed the first stage of our Peace Plan,” Trump said on his Truth Social network.
Trump stated that this first-stage agreement signifies that all hostages will be released. He also mentioned that Israeli forces will be withdrawn from Gaza to agreed-upon areas.
Gaza
Gaza is a historic coastal city in the Palestinian territories with a rich history dating back over 3,000 years, having been ruled by various empires including the Egyptians, Philistines, Romans, and Ottomans. Today, it is one of the most densely populated urban areas in the world and serves as a major center of Palestinian culture and politics. The city has faced significant challenges due to ongoing conflict and blockade, deeply impacting its infrastructure and daily life.
United States
The United States is a North American nation founded in 1776 after declaring independence from Great Britain. It expanded across the continent throughout the 19th century to become a global superpower, shaped by a history of immigration and a democratic government established by its Constitution.
Israel
Israel is a historic crossroads of civilizations and the ancient homeland of the Jewish people, with a recorded history spanning over three millennia. It is the birthplace of Judaism and Christianity and holds significant sites sacred to Islam, including the Old City of Jerusalem. Established as a modern state in 1948, it is a central place in both historical events and contemporary global affairs.
Hamas
“Hamas” is a Palestinian Sunni-Islamic political and military organization, founded in 1987 during the First Intifada. Its founding charter historically called for the establishment of an Islamic state in the region of Mandatory Palestine, which includes modern-day Israel. It has been the de facto governing authority in the Gaza Strip since 2007 and is designated as a terrorist organization by many countries.
Fox News
Fox News is an American conservative cable news and political commentary channel founded by media mogul Rupert Murdoch in 1996. It was established to provide a news outlet with a conservative perspective, countering what its founders perceived as a liberal bias in mainstream media. The channel has since become a highly influential and often controversial force in American politics and media.
Middle East
The Middle East is a transcontinental region centered on Western Asia and Egypt, historically known as the “Cradle of Civilization” for the emergence of ancient societies like Mesopotamia and the birthplace of major world religions. Its history is marked by the rise and fall of vast empires, including the Persian, Ottoman, and Arab caliphates. Today, it remains a globally significant area due to its vast energy resources and complex geopolitical landscape.
Egypt
Egypt is home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations, dating back to around 3100 BCE with the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt. It is globally renowned for its iconic monuments, particularly the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, which were built as tombs for pharaohs during the Old Kingdom. This ancient culture, with its rich history of pharaonic rule, hieroglyphic writing, and complex religious beliefs, continues to be a source of global fascination.
Truth Social
Truth Social is a social media platform launched in 2022 by the Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG). It was created following former U.S. President Donald Trump’s suspension from major social media sites, with the stated aim of promoting free speech and providing a “big tent” for conservative voices. The platform has been closely tied to Trump’s political and business endeavors.
