Amid escalating tensions, Qatari and Egyptian mediators have proposed a bold new ceasefire plan to end the Israel-Gaza conflict, as reported by BBC News. The proposal includes a truce lasting up to 7 years, a prisoner-hostage exchange, a permanent end to hostilities, and a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. But will it stick? 🌍⚖️
What’s in the Proposal?
The plan seeks to swap all Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails, while calling for an unprecedented 5-7 year pause in fighting. It also demands a formal declaration ending the conflict – a major sticking point in previous negotiations.
Diplomatic Hustle Underway
A Hamas delegation is set to discuss the terms in Cairo, though no dates are confirmed. Meanwhile, new U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee urged Hamas to accept a deal for critical humanitarian aid. 🕊️ ‘People desperately need it,’ he said in a video posted on X.
The initial ceasefire collapsed in March 2024 after both sides failed to agree on next steps. Could this blueprint break the cycle? Analysts warn ‘trust remains fragile’, but global leaders are watching closely.
