Israel rejects Trump’s 15‑point Gaza peace plan

Israel’s government announced on Tuesday that it will not adopt former President Donald Trump’s 15‑point “Board of Peace” proposal for Gaza, rejecting the plan outright. The decision came after senior Israeli officials reviewed the initiative, which was unveiled by the United States in early March as a framework intended to end the current hostilities between Israel and Hamas and to outline a post‑war reconstruction process.

The Trump‑sponsored plan calls for an immediate, permanent ceasefire, the release of Israeli hostages, the establishment of a demilitarized zone in Gaza, extensive humanitarian aid deliveries, and a multiyear reconstruction program financed by an international donor coalition. Israeli leaders said the proposal fails to address core security concerns, particularly the need to neutralize Hamas’s military capabilities and to prevent the re‑arming of militant groups. They also expressed doubts about the feasibility of the proposed monitoring mechanisms and the timeline for reconstruction, arguing that the plan does not provide sufficient guarantees for Israel’s long‑term safety.

U.S. officials have indicated they will continue diplomatic efforts to achieve a ceasefire and a durable solution, while Palestinian authorities have welcomed the proposal’s emphasis on humanitarian relief. Israel’s rejection underscores the ongoing diplomatic impasse and suggests that further negotiations will be required before any comprehensive peace framework can be implemented.