Israel’s Netanyahu to Discuss Second Phase of Gaza Plan with Trump Later This Month
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Category: ISRAEL, JERUSALEM & THE TEMPLE
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the second phase of a US plan to end the war in Gaza is approaching, though key issues such as the deployment of a multinational security force remain unresolved. He plans to discuss the plan's progress and how to end Hamas rule in Gaza with US President Donald Trump later this month. The first phase involved Israel retaining control of 53 percent of Gaza and the release of hostages, while the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continues, despite violations by both sides. Germany has expressed willingness to assist with Gaza’s reconstruction but awaits further clarity following Netanyahu's meeting with Trump.
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Tags: Netanyahu, Gaza plan, Hamas, multinational security force, ceasefire, hostages, Germany
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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 12-08-2025 01:05