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Trump's 'Board of Peace' Aims for Gaza Ceasefire

10/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

President Donald Trump leads a committee to oversee Gaza reconstruction through a 'Board of Peace'.
The Board of Peace includes Israel, Hamas, and various Arab nations to pursue a ceasefire.
The first phase envisions a hostage exchange for a limited Israeli withdrawal.
Hamas insists on retaining some weapons and Israel's withdrawal timeline remains unclear.
Trump's approach aims to internationalize conflict resolution, signaling a shift from traditional mediation.

History

Historical Context

The Oslo Accords, signed on September 13, 1993, initiated a peace process between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), establishing mutual recognition and leading to the creation of the Palestinian Authority. Despite initial hopes for peace, ongoing violence and settlement expansion undermined the accords, culminating in the Second Intifada in 2000, which marked a significant setback in Israeli-Palestinian relations.

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Story summary

President Donald Trump leads a committee to oversee Gaza reconstruction through a 'Board of Peace'.
The Board of Peace includes Israel, Hamas, and various Arab nations to pursue a ceasefire.
The first phase envisions a hostage exchange for a limited Israeli withdrawal.
Hamas insists on retaining some weapons and Israel's withdrawal timeline remains unclear.
Trump's approach aims to internationalize conflict resolution, signaling a shift from traditional mediation.

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