Israel’s Netanyahu to Discuss Second Phase of Gaza Plan with Trump Later This Month

Category: Israel, Jerusalem & the Temple

Summary:
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the second phase of a US plan to end the war in Gaza is nearing completion, with key issues such as the deployment of a multinational security force still unresolved. He plans to discuss these matters and ways to end Hamas rule in Gaza with US President Donald Trump later this month. The first phase involved Israel retaining control over 53 percent of Gaza and the release of hostages. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed willingness to assist in Gaza's reconstruction pending clarity on the US role, emphasizing that the second phase must proceed promptly. Additionally, Netanyahu indicated discussions with Trump would also cover the issue of West Bank annexation and the potential to advance peace with Arab states and the Palestinians.

Tags: Benjamin Netanyahu, Donald Trump, Gaza plan, Hamas rule, West Bank annexation, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Arab states peace

Source Excerpt:

Trucks transport tanks on the Israeli side of the border with Gaza, Israel, November 18, 2025. Photo: REUTERS/Amir Cohen Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that the second phase of a US plan to end the war in Gaza was close, but cautioned several key issues still needed to be resolved, including whether a multinational security force would be deployed. Netanyahu, speaking to reporters alongside German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Jerusalem, said that he would hold important discussions with US President Donald Trump at the end of the month on how to ensure the plan’s second phase was achieved. The prime minister’s office in November said that Trump had invited Netanyahu to the White House “in the near future,” although a date for the visit has not yet been made public. Netanyahu said that he would discuss with Trump how to bring an end to Hamas rule in Gaza. A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is entering its second month, although both sides have repeatedly accused each other of violating the truce agreement. Netanyahu said that it was important to ensure Hamas not only upholds the ceasefire but also follows through on “their commitment” to the plan to disar...

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Source: Algemeiner

Posted on 12-07-2025 11:41