The White House has today released the full text of its comprehensive plan for Gaza, outlining a multi-phased approach aimed at achieving a lasting ceasefire, securing the release of all remaining hostages, facilitating humanitarian aid, and establishing a framework for the territory’s post-conflict future.
The document, made public this morning, details a three-stage proposal developed through intensive diplomatic efforts. It seeks to transition from immediate cessation of hostilities to long-term reconstruction and a pathway for future governance.
Phase One: Immediate Ceasefire and Hostage Release
The initial phase of the plan calls for an immediate and full ceasefire lasting six weeks. During this period, a significant number of hostages—including women, the elderly, and the wounded—would be released in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli custody. Israeli forces would withdraw from populated areas of Gaza, and humanitarian aid delivery would be significantly scaled up.
“Phase one is designed to bring about an immediate halt to the fighting, deliver crucial humanitarian relief without impediment, and initiate the safe return of individuals held captive,” a senior administration official stated, referring to the published text. “It is the foundational step upon which all subsequent progress depends.”
The plan also stipulates that during these six weeks, negotiations would commence on the terms for a permanent cessation of hostilities, which would transition into the second phase.
Phase Two: Permanent End to Hostilities and Full Hostage Release
Should the first phase’s negotiations prove successful, the plan moves into a second stage, which involves a permanent end to fighting and the release of all remaining live hostages. This phase would also see a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. The document emphasizes the need for an enduring tranquility and calls for international monitoring to ensure compliance.
The White House document states: “The transition to Phase Two will be contingent upon agreement on a permanent cessation of hostilities, ensuring the safe return of all remaining hostages and the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip.”
Phase Three: Reconstruction and Future Governance
The final phase is dedicated to a major multi-year reconstruction effort for Gaza, with significant international backing and oversight. This stage would also focus on returning the remains of any deceased hostages to their families and establishing a robust framework for Gaza’s long-term security and governance. The plan envisions a unified Palestinian administration for both Gaza and the West Bank as an eventual goal, underpinned by a broader regional security architecture.
While the plan does not explicitly detail the immediate administrative structure for Gaza following the conflict, it stresses the importance of Palestinian-led governance that can effectively deliver services and maintain security, with international support for capacity building.
The release of the full text comes as international pressure mounts to resolve the ongoing conflict and address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The White House has expressed hope that all parties will embrace the proposal as a concrete pathway to a more stable and secure future for the region.
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