Gaza peace plan facts for kids
U.S. President Donald Trump (right), with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (left), announcing the plan.
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| Drafted | September 29, 2025 |
| Signed | October 9, 2025 |
| Effective | October 10, 2025 |
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On September 29, 2025, United States President Donald Trump announced a new plan to end the Gaza war. He presented the plan at the White House with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The plan was created with help from many Arab and Muslim countries. Its first goal was to start a ceasefire, which is an agreement to stop fighting, and to have all hostages released.
This plan, sometimes called Trump's 20-point plan, is different from an earlier idea proposed in February 2025. It has 20 specific steps. President Trump gave Hamas, the group controlling Gaza, a deadline to accept the plan.
After many discussions, Israel and Hamas agreed to the first part of the deal. On October 10, the fighting stopped. As part of the agreement, hostages were released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. This was seen as a major step toward peace in the region.
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Background of the Conflict
A Long History of Disagreement
The conflict between Israelis and Palestinians has been going on for many years. The Gaza Strip is a small piece of land that has been at the center of this disagreement. In 2007, a group called Hamas took control of Gaza. This led Israel and Egypt to create a blockade, which limited what could go in and out of Gaza.
Over the years, there have been several major fights between Israel and Hamas. These fights involved rocket attacks from Gaza and military actions from Israel.
The Gaza War Begins
In October 2023, Hamas launched a large attack on Israel, which killed many civilians and took about 251 people as hostages. In response, Israel began a major military campaign in the Gaza Strip. The fighting caused a great deal of destruction and led to a high number of casualties, mostly among Palestinian civilians.
Previous Attempts at Peace
Before this new plan, there were other attempts to stop the fighting. A ceasefire in November 2023 lasted for about a week but then broke down.
Another ceasefire began in January 2025. This agreement had three stages. The first stage involved releasing some hostages and prisoners and allowing aid into Gaza. However, after the first stage, disagreements led to the ceasefire collapsing in March 2025, and the fighting started again.
What's in the Peace Plan?
The plan has 20 points that are meant to create lasting peace. They can be grouped into a few main ideas.
Phase 1: Stopping the Fighting and Helping People
The first and most important step was to stop all fighting immediately. This is called a ceasefire.
- Hostage and Prisoner Exchange: All Israeli hostages were to be returned within 72 hours. In exchange, Israel would release many Palestinian prisoners.
- Humanitarian Aid: The plan allowed for large amounts of aid, like food, water, and medicine, to enter Gaza right away. This aid would be managed by groups like the United Nations to make sure it reached the people who needed it.
Phase 2: Security and Safety
To prevent future fighting, the plan included several security steps.
- Demilitarization: This means removing weapons from Hamas. The plan called for the destruction of tunnels and other military sites. Hamas members who agreed to live peacefully would be offered amnesty, which is like a pardon.
- International Force: A special international police force would be sent to Gaza to help keep the peace. This force would train a new Palestinian police force and help secure Gaza's borders.
Phase 3: A New Government and Rebuilding
The plan also laid out a future for Gaza after the war.
- New Leadership: A temporary government made of skilled Palestinians and international experts would run Gaza. This group would be overseen by an international board called the "Board of Peace," led by Donald Trump.
- Rebuilding Gaza: An economic plan would be created to rebuild homes, hospitals, and schools. The goal was to create jobs and opportunities for the people of Gaza.
A Path Toward a Palestinian State
The plan also mentioned the possibility of a future Palestinian state. It said that if the rebuilding and government reforms were successful, it could create a path for Palestinians to have their own country. This is a long-term goal that many Palestinians hope for.
Making the Plan Happen
Getting both sides to agree to the plan took a lot of work.
Negotiations and Agreement
After the plan was announced, countries like Egypt, Qatar, and the United States helped Israel and Hamas negotiate. At first, Hamas had some concerns, especially about giving up their weapons. But with pressure from other Arab countries and the difficult situation in Gaza, they agreed to talk.
Talks were held in Egypt. After several days of discussion, both sides agreed to the first phase of the plan. On October 8, President Trump announced that an agreement had been signed.
Ceasefire and Exchange
The ceasefire officially began on October 10. The Israeli army pulled back to agreed-upon lines.
On October 13, Hamas released 20 living hostages to the Red Cross. In return, Israel began releasing Palestinian prisoners. It was a very emotional day for families on both sides who were reunited with their loved ones. The released hostages received medical care, as many were suffering from health problems.
How People Reacted
The peace plan received a lot of attention from leaders and people around the world.
In Israel and Palestine
- Israel: The news was met with joy and relief, especially from the families of the hostages. However, some Israeli politicians had mixed feelings. Some supported the plan, while others worried it didn't do enough to ensure Israel's long-term security.
- Palestine: The Palestinian Authority, which governs the West Bank, supported the plan. Hamas officials were divided at first, but their leadership eventually agreed to the first phase. Many civilians in Gaza were very supportive of the plan, hoping it would finally end the war. Other Palestinian groups criticized the plan.
Around the World
Many world leaders praised the agreement. They thanked the United States, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey for their work in making it happen. Leaders from Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union all expressed hope that this would be a step toward lasting peace.
Former U.S. President Joe Biden also expressed his gratitude and relief that the agreement was reached. He said his government had worked hard to end the war and praised the Trump administration for getting the deal done.
See also
In Spanish: Plan de paz para Gaza de 2025 para niños
- Arab Peace Initiative
- Road map for peace
