Trump Gaza Peace Plan

Netanyahu clarifies

'No to a Palestinian state'

The Prime Minister criticized the recent “tweet storm” over security issues and clarified that Israel’s policy on Gaza and the political process has not changed.

'Path To Palestinian Statehood':

Ben-Gvir and Smotrich demand action from Netanyahu

The two demanded that Netanyahu oppose the U.S. statement at the UN, which said "to begin a process that offers a pathway to Palestinian self-determination and to the establishment of a state."

US and Arab states:

Gaza peace plan 'a sincere path to Palestinian statehood'

The US and eight nations issue a joint statement backing UN resolution endorsing Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a sincere path to Palestinian statehood and regional stability.

Reservist securing Gaza aid:

'Immoral' to risk our lives to aid the enemy

IDF reservist ordered to secure Gaza aid slams decision as 'immoral,' stresses soldiers did not leave behind families, lives, and jobs 'just to deliver aid to the enemy.'

Russia challenges US Gaza plan with rival UN resolution

Russia submits a rival Gaza resolution at the UN, challenging the US draft backing Trump’s peace plan.

Bennett: Trump plan is Oslo on steroids

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett warns against transferring authority over Gaza to hostile elements, demands public be privy to full text of agreements.

As Hamas violates ceasefire:

Israel opens Zikim Crossing to Gaza aid

Zikim Crossing opens to allow truckloads of humanitarian aid into Gaza, as Hamas continues to violate ceasefire and refuses to return bodies of deceased hostages.

Israel offers:

Hamas terrorists in Rafah tunnels can surrender and be exiled

Israeli source outlines US-brokered plan to resolve Rafah crisis, says terrorists may surrender weapons and agree to exile.

Report:

US to build large military base near Gaza border

Reports say the US is advancing a large military base in the Gaza envelope, costing around $500 million, to support international forces under a cease‑fire framework-coordinated with Israel and the IDF.

Smotrich:

There is dialogue with US, letting terrorists go is a moral folly

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Israel retains control over security decisions despite US pressure, and called releasing terrorists in Rafah 'a moral folly' that could threaten troops.

Kiryat Gat

Signs calling for sovereignty hung on fence of US base

Activists from the Sovereignty Movement hung banners on the US base in Kiryat Gat, launching a campaign claiming national consensus on applying Israeli sovereignty in Judea, Samaria, and Gaza.

Feiglin:

Netanyahu surrendered Israeli sovereignty to Trump

Zehut Party Chairman Moshe Feiglin told Arutz Sheva that Israel’s dependence on the US around Gaza and Lebanon stems from a calculated policy by its leadership, not external pressure.

Arab source:

Islamic Jihad holding half of remaining hostages' bodies

Palestinian Arab source says Hamas faces difficulties returning all four deceased hostages' bodies, assesses Islamic Jihad may soon capitulate.

World Bank endorses US-proposed Gaza ‘Board of Peace’

The World Bank backs a US-drafted UN resolution to establish a transitional Gaza authority and $70B recovery plan. The proposal includes a two-year mandate and a stabilization force with regional support.

Kushner in Israel for Gaza talks, to meet Netanyahu on Monday

Trump’s senior advisor Jared Kushner arrives in Israel for talks with PM Netanyahu on implementing Trump’s Gaza peace plan.

Closure after 11 years:

Body of Hadar Goldin returned to Israel

Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, who fell in combat in 2014 and was held by Hamas since the, has finally returned to Israel for burial.

Hadar's Comrade:

'Until Hadar is back, Operation Protective Edge is not over'

Elhai Refua, a close friend of Hadar Goldin, describes the moment he learned of Hadar's abduction during Operation Protective Edge in an interview with Arutz Sheva.

Itay Chen laid to rest:

'For over two years I tried to keep you alive'

Staff Sgt. Itay Chen, 19, killed on October 7 and recently returned from Gaza, was laid to rest in Kiryat Shaul as Israel mourns a beloved son and national hero.

‘Love that moves nations’:

Steve Witkoff pays tribute to Itay Chen

Speaking at the funeral of Sgt. Itay Chen, US Envoy Steve Witkoff praised his bravery on October 7 and said, 'Itay helped heal a part of my own heart.'

Azerbaijan rejects Gaza deployment without halt to hostilities

Azerbaijan says it won’t send peacekeepers to Gaza unless fighting fully stops. The US seeks troop contributions for a 20,000-strong force under Trump’s peace plan.

Trump:

'Peace is working, Hamas faces big problem if it misbehaves'

President Trump says an international force will arrive in Gaza “very soon,” calling it “strong peace.” He warns Hamas of severe consequences if it fails to comply: “They’ve got a big problem.”

Turkey coordinating its position with Hamas leadership

Turkish military intelligence head meets Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya, discussing next stages in Gaza ceasefire.

Body of foreign student Joshua Loitu Mollel returned to Israel

Joshua Loitu Mollel, was an agricultural student from Tanzania who came to Kibbutz Nahal Oz just weeks before the October 7 massacre, when he was killed and his body abducted to Gaza.

Egypt official:

Trump plan calls for disarming Hamas or 'freezing' its weapons

Egypt's public diplomacy chief, Diaa Rashwan, warns international force will face 'big problem' disarming Hamas, says it could lead to clashes and gunfights.

Minister Avi Dichter:

'Ceasefire is only a pause - Hamas will be dismantled by force'

Minister Avi Dichter says the ceasefire is intended solely to prepare for dismantling Hamas - and can be ended at any moment.

Coffin said to be holding deceased hostage crosses into Israel

The IDF and Shin Bet announced that a coffin said to be carrying a deceased hostage, escorted by IDF troops, crossed the border into the State of Israel.

With Saudi Amb. in attendance

Trump: Hopefully Saudi Arabia will join Abraham Accords very soon

President Trump hinted that Saudi Arabia could soon join the Abraham Accords, praising progress in normalization talks and highlighting a key meeting with Saudi officials.

IDF clarifies:

No information indicating Hadar Goldin’s body is in Rafah tunnel

Israeli officials say the body of the soldier, who fell in 2014, is being held in a tunnel in an Israeli-controlled area of Rafah, where 150 terrorists are entrenched.

US Jews say Israel’s existence is vital, back Trump peace plan

A new survey finds most US Jews view Israel as vital to Jewish continuity, support Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, and credit him with securing the hostage release deal.

NYC honors Cpt. Omer Neutra

A hometown hero finally brought home

Hundreds gathered at Columbus Circle to honor Captain Omer Neutra z”l, a NY native whose body was held by Hamas for 758 days, and to call for the return of the eight hostages still in Gaza.

Defends Hamas

Erdogan accuses Israel of truce violations

Turkish President accuses Israel of violating the Gaza truce and calls for Arab-led reconstruction of the Strip. Hamas has breached the ceasefire multiple times.

US proposes to UN:

Gaza force with mandate to demilitarize and rebuild

According to Axios, the US has proposed a UN-backed international force to govern and secure Gaza through 2027, with a mandate to disarm terror groups and oversee reconstruction.

'Look me in the eye'

Hadar Goldin's sister's demand from the Prime Minister

After meeting Gal Hirsch, relatives of the final hostages still in Gaza demanded the war-ending deal be fulfilled, including the return of all deceased held by Hamas in Gaza.

Neutra family speaks out:

'Our Omer is on Israeli soil, at last'

Neutra family issues first public statement in Tel Aviv, honoring their son’s legacy, thanking key figures for their efforts, and urging continued action for hostages.

How Red Cross and Hamas are working to recover hostage bodies

Hamas has formed special teams to locate and guard the bodies of slain Israeli hostages in Gaza, reportedly working with the Red Cross and Egyptian crews near the Yellow Line.

Herzog:

Trump's plan 'the realization of Rabin’s vision'

President Herzog, speaking at the Rabin memorial, praised the Trump administration's regional peace efforts and urged Palestinians to abandon terror and fulfill all deal clauses.

Despite ceasefire agreement:

Hamas terrorists attempt attack on IDF soldiers

Ignoring US-brokered ceasefire, terrorists advance towards IDF troops in southern Gaza; IDF acts to neutralize threat.

Watch:

Released hostage Segev Kalfon removes his photograph

Hostage survivor Segev Kalfon removes his photograph that was pasted during the war on an intensive care unit at the Magen David Adom station in Dimona.

Merz speaks to Netanyahu

'Ceasefire must hold, hostage remains must be returned'

German Chancellor Merz speaks to Prime Minister Netanyahu, urges Hamas to return the remains of hostages and uphold the Gaza ceasefire.

Trump to 60 Minutes:

'I had to push Netanyahu to agree to the ceasefire'

In interview with “60 Minutes”, Trump says he secured all Israeli hostages from Gaza, pushed Netanyahu, and “knocked the hell out of Iran.” He warns Hamas: “They’ll be taken out if they misbehave.”

'Finally returned home':

Sahar Baruch buried next to brother he tried to save

Hundreds accompanied deceased hostage Sahar Baruch today on his final journey in Kibbutz Be'eri.

Watch:

Bar Kuperstein returns home

Former hostage Bar Kupershtein returns today to his home in Holon. A large crowd gathered to celebrate his arrival.

PM:

We inform US, don’t seek approval for security moves

Netanyahu rejected claims Israel is a US protectorate, called the Sde Teiman leak Israel’s public relations attack, and vowed to disarm Hamas and deter Hezbollah and the Houthis.

Eitan Mor recites thanksgiving blessing after surviving captivity

In emotional moment, released hostage recites 'Hagomel' blessing at synagogue dedicated to his release.

US footage shows: Hamas operatives loot humanitarian aid truck

US CENTCOM publishes footage of Hamas suspects assaulting the driver of a humanitarian aid truck before making off with both the contents and the truck itself.

Terrorists fire towards IDF forces, IDF operations continue

IDF troops continue clearing area around the 'yellow line' in Gaza, dismantling tunnel network and responding to terrorists' fire.

Hamas demanding heavy equipment to retrieve hostages' bodies

Hamas announces willingness to search for hostages' remains in IDF-controlled territory, demands heavy equipment.

Israeli source:

Remains transferred Friday not of Israeli hostages

Israel says remains of three bodies transferred Friday not a match for any hostages; Hamas shifts blame to Israel.

Red Cross transfers three bodies to Israel

Red Cross transfers three bodies from Gaza to Israel for identification amid reports that Hamas may send remains not clearly linked to hostages.

Turkey pushes for Gaza deployment

Turkey’s Ministry of Defense claims Ankara is a key partner in the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, and is advancing efforts to establish an international peacekeeping force in Gaza as part of the agreement’s second phase.

Bodies of murdered hostages Amiram Cooper, Sahar Baruch returned

Two caskets of what are said to be hostages were brought to Israel and were taken to the National Institute for Forensic Medicine for identification.

Leah Goldin:

Netanyahu is deceiving us, not bringing deceased hostages back

Leah Goldin, whose son Hadar was killed in Gaza in 2014 and whose body has been held by Hamas since, slams government policy and expresses disappointment that relevant lessons have not yet been learned.

After ceasefire violation

Trump blocks Israeli plan to expand control in Gaza

Following a deadly ceasefire breach, Israel sought to seize additional territory in Gaza - but US President Trump vetoed the move.

Netanyahu:

'US-Israel plan aims to disarm Hamas, redefine Gaza'

PM Netanyahu meets CENTCOM leaders in Kiryat Gat, hailing joint efforts to implement President Trump's plan to disarm Hamas and reshape Gaza while preserving Israel’s security control.

Minister Strock to Arutz Sheva

'Without real pain, Hamas won't return murdered hostages'

Minister of National Missions says Israel has effective ways to pressure Hamas to return the bodies of the murdered hostages.

Qatari PM blames Hamas for truce breach, calls for calm

Qatar’s Prime Minister says Hamas may relinquish Gaza control as Doha urges disarmament and mediators work to uphold a fragile truce amid renewed violence.

Ahead of ceasefire renewal:

IDF eliminates terrorists who participated in October 7 massacre

Responding to Hamas’ blatant violations of the ceasefire agreement, IDF and ISA level precise strikes at dozens of terror targets in Gaza.

IDF announces: Gaza ceasefire renews, 30 terrorists struck

IDF concludes series of 'significant strikes' in Gaza following Hamas attacks on IDF troops which left one soldier dead.

Zvi Yehezkeli:

Israel undermining itself in responses to ceasefire violations

Analyst Zvi Yehezkeli urges Israel to shift from limited responses to broader action against Hamas, including halting aid and resuming targeted strikes. 'We must respond from a place of strength, not just to each violation.'

Exploiting ceasefire:

Hamas searching for weapons instead of deceased hostages

Hamas terrorists enter territory controlled by IDF under pretense of searching for bodies of deceased hostages, but search for weapons instead, security sources reveal.