Trump Unveils 20-Point Gaza Peace Plan: Why India Supports It and What Israel Says

On September 29, 2025, former U.S. President Donald Trump, in coordination with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, unveiled a comprehensive 20-point peace initiative aimed at resolving the ongoing Gaza conflict. Dubbed the “New Gaza” plan, it proposes a structured approach to demilitarization, humanitarian assistance, transitional governance, and economic redevelopment. Analysts describe it as one of the most detailed externally-driven proposals for Gaza in recent years, designed to address both security concerns of Israel and the humanitarian crisis affecting Palestinians.

The plan calls for an immediate ceasefire, coupled with a mandatory hostage exchange. Hamas is required to release all Israeli hostages within 72 hours, while Israel would release approximately 1,950 Palestinian prisoners and the remains of Palestinian casualties corresponding to the number of Israeli hostages freed. The disarmament of Hamas and other militant groups is a central pillar, with significant support promised from regional powers such as Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and Pakistan to ensure that Gaza’s military capabilities are neutralized.

Here Is Trump 20-Point Gaza Peace Plan

1. Gaza will become a deradicalized terror-free zone, ensuring it poses no threat to neighboring countries.

2. Gaza will be redeveloped for the benefit of its people, who have endured prolonged suffering.

3. If both sides accept this proposal, the war will immediately end. Israeli forces will withdraw to an agreed line to facilitate hostage release, with all military operations suspended and battle lines frozen until staged withdrawal is completed.

4. Within 72 hours of Israel publicly accepting the agreement, all hostages, alive or deceased, will be returned.

5. After all hostages are released, Israel will free 250 life-sentence prisoners plus 1,700 Gazans detained after October 7, 2023, including all women and children. For every Israeli hostage remains released, Israel will release the remains of 15 deceased Gazans.

6. Hamas members who commit to peaceful co-existence and decommission weapons will receive amnesty. Those wishing to leave Gaza will have safe passage to other countries.

7. Upon agreement acceptance, full aid will be delivered to Gaza, including rehabilitation of infrastructure, hospitals, bakeries, and clearance of rubble, consistent with prior humanitarian agreements.

8. Aid distribution will proceed without interference, coordinated through the United Nations, Red Crescent, and other neutral international institutions. Rafah crossing will operate under the same prior mechanisms.

9. Gaza governance will be under a temporary technocratic Palestinian committee, overseeing public services and municipalities. This committee will have oversight from the Board of Peace, headed by President Donald Trump and including international figures like Tony Blair, managing funding, reconstruction, and governance reforms until the Palestinian Authority can securely retake control.

10. A Trump economic development plan will be created with experts to rebuild Gaza and attract investments, creating jobs, opportunities, and hope for the population.

11. A special economic zone will be established with negotiated tariffs and access rates among participating countries.

12. No one will be forced to leave Gaza; those wishing to leave will have freedom to return, while others are encouraged to stay and rebuild Gaza.

13. Hamas and other factions will have no role in governance. All military infrastructure, tunnels, and weapon production will be destroyed, with demilitarization verified by independent monitors.

14. Regional partners will provide guarantees ensuring Hamas and other factions comply, making New Gaza safe for neighbors and citizens.

15. The United States will coordinate with Arab and international partners to deploy a temporary International Stabilisation Force (ISF) to train Palestinian police, secure borders, prevent weapons smuggling, and enable rapid flow of goods.

16. Israel will not occupy or annex Gaza. IDF withdrawal will follow agreed standards, milestones, and timeframes, leaving a secure Gaza free from terror threats.

17. If Hamas delays or rejects the plan, the scaled-up aid operations will still proceed in terror-free zones handed over from the IDF to the ISF.

18. An interfaith dialogue will be created to promote tolerance and peaceful co-existence, shifting narratives between Palestinians and Israelis.

19. As Gaza redevelopment advances and the PA reform program is implemented, conditions may allow for a credible pathway toward Palestinian self-determination and statehood, recognized as the aspiration of the Palestinian people.

20. The United States will facilitate dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians to establish a political horizon for peaceful and prosperous co-existence.

To manage the territory during the transitional period, the plan proposes the creation of a technocratic governing body referred to as the “Board of Peace,” which would include international figures such as former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and be overseen by Trump himself. This board would supervise Gaza’s administration, maintain security with international forces, and train local police to ensure stability. In parallel, the plan emphasizes economic redevelopment, suggesting the establishment of a special economic zone in Gaza inspired by successful urban reconstruction projects in the Middle East, aimed at rebuilding infrastructure and creating sustainable economic opportunities for Palestinians.

Israel’s support for the plan is rooted in its core objectives. Prime Minister Netanyahu has made it clear that eliminating Hamas’s military capabilities, securing the release of Israeli hostages, and preventing Hamas from any political role in Gaza’s governance are essential for Israel’s long-term security. Analysts note that Israel sees the plan as a strategic opportunity to enforce a lasting security arrangement without direct, large-scale military engagement.

India has expressed support for the Trump plan, with government sources emphasizing that it aligns with India’s long-standing advocacy for a two-state solution and its broader regional security interests. Indian analysts have highlighted that a stabilized Gaza region would reduce humanitarian crises and regional tensions that can indirectly affect South Asia, while also providing India an opportunity to be seen as a supporter of peaceful resolutions in the Middle East.

Significantly, Pakistan has also endorsed the plan, with Trump publicly praising Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir for their cooperation. Analysts suggest that Pakistan’s support indicates a pragmatic shift toward diplomatic engagement on Middle Eastern issues, potentially creating new channels for coordination with Israel and other regional actors. Several other countries in the Muslim world, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan, have expressed cautious optimism about the plan’s potential to stabilize Gaza, though their formal commitment remains to be confirmed.

Hamas, however, has not yet officially accepted the plan. Reports indicate that the group is consulting internally and externally to weigh its options. Trump has issued a stern warning, giving Hamas three to four days to accept the proposal or risk “a sad end,” signaling that any rejection could trigger intensified international or military pressure. Deep analysts suggest that Hamas’s decision will be the ultimate determinant of whether the plan can succeed, with failure likely to exacerbate regional instability and risk drawing neighboring states into the conflict.

Overall, the Trump 20-point Gaza plan represents a high-stakes attempt to balance security, political, and humanitarian objectives in one of the world’s most intractable conflicts. While international support, including from India and Pakistan, has provided momentum, the coming days will determine whether Hamas’s acceptance—or lack thereof—will transform the initiative from a diplomatic blueprint into a viable pathway for lasting peace in the region.