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Israeli political source: The plan presented by President Trump is non-negotiable - "yes or no" The American administration also signals: maybe ready for "some minimal negotiation" but certainly not for a long negotiation On the other hand, Qatar and Hamas say tonight: that this plan is actually a starting position (i24NEWS)

According to the Prime Minister of Qatar, "the Palestinian Authority in Gaza is mentioned in the plan, and we will discuss it with Washington. It does not concern Israel." He added that "the plan is still in its early stages and requires development, and we are trying to create a path that will preserve the rights of the Palestinians." Al-Thani also noted that "Egypt and Qatar are participating in today's meetings with the Palestinians (members of Hamas's negotiation team) to reach better solutions." Later, the Prime Minister of Qatar referred to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's apology following the assassination attempt on senior Hamas officials in Doha. According to al-Thani, "Netanyahu's apology is not 'good,' but the most basic and important right is the commitment not to attack us again. Our main aspiration after securing protection for our land is to bring an end to the war in Gaza."

An attempt to improve the proposal in favor of Hamas? Qatar's Prime Minister Mohammed Abd al-Rahman al-Thani said this evening that "stopping the war is a clear clause in the (Trump) plan," but that "the issue of the withdrawal of IDF forces requires clarifications," and "it needs to be discussed."

The Gaza flotilla, led by Greta Thunberg, is set to reach Israel on Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish calendar. A day when Jews unplug. A day of fasting, prayer, and reflection. That’s the day they chose to sail “against the Zionist blockade.” The irony is chilling: Hamas launched its October 7 massacre on Simchat Torah, another holy day when we celebrate the giving of the Torah, the Bible itself. This flotilla isn’t just politics. It’s not only about “upending Western civilization.” It’s an attack on our value system, on our spirituality. Dark forces trying to extinguish light. (Mossad Commentary)

A popular Egyptian journalist calls on Hamas to surrender and not to give a "yes, but" answer. Go to 3:27, he says: "It's over! Netanyahu wins!"

5.3 earthquake in the Philippines

Trump: If Hamas does not respond within 3-4 days from today, Israel will do what it needs to do.

1. They hand a child a meal. 2. They film it for the foreign donors. 3. They take the meal back. Welcome to Gaza. Trying to fool the world! (GAZAWOOD)

Quantico, Virginia - all the top generals from the US military leadership around the world had gathered for an extraordinary event attended by President Trump and War Secretary Hegseth.

Watch the full address Prime Minister Netanyahu delivered at the White House yesterday.

Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson: Today we will hold a meeting in the presence of Turkey and a Hamas delegation to consult regarding Trump's plan to end the war.

Netanyahu: "We did not agree to a Palestinian state and it is not written in the agreement either. We will strongly oppose a Palestinian state, President Trump also said he understands this and said at the UN that it would be a huge reward for terrorism and a danger to the State of Israel. Of course, we will not agree to that."

The Trump Agreement: Hamas Against a Wall with No Way Out President Trump’s plan to end the Gaza conflict is more than a political document—it is a brilliant strategic maneuver that traps Hamas with no escape. The Arab world is already on board. Qatar, Turkey, Egypt—nations that once served as pillars of support for Hamas—have now endorsed the plan. The message is clear: if Hamas rejects it, it will be defying not only Trump but also its former allies. Isolation, illegitimacy, and exposure will be its only outcome. That is the genius of the trap. Trump has not merely drafted a plan; he has forged a broad and unprecedented coalition in which every move Hamas makes results in loss. A “yes” would strip Hamas of its weapons, its power, and its murderous ideology. A “no” would leave it abandoned, ostracized even by the Arab world, and stripped of regional backing. For Israel, this presents a rare opportunity. Hostages would be released within 72 hours. Israel would retain security control over northern Gaza and the Philadelphi Corridor, with only a gradual withdrawal to follow. Even the ambiguous clauses cannot hide the fact: this plan unmistakably advances Israeli interests. Yet the greater achievement lies in the wider context. With Jared Kushner’s help, Trump embedded into the plan a vague reference to a future Palestinian entity—exactly what Saudi Arabia demanded. This is the key to expanding the Abraham Accords. The proposal is not just about Gaza; it is about reshaping the Middle East. Now all eyes turn to Hamas. A rejection will grant Israel international legitimacy and full backing to continue its campaign. An acceptance will dismantle Hamas from within. Either way, the trap is set. Trump has not offered peace. He has offered a test. And Hamas, it seems, is destined to fail it. (Tzvi Ilan)

The President of France: "Hamas has no choice but to immediately release all the hostages and follow this plan"

Joint statement by the Foreign Ministers of Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt welcoming the sincere efforts of the President of the United States to end the war in Gaza: The Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Turkey, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the Arab Republic of Egypt praised the role of the President of the United States, Donald Trump, and his sincere efforts to end the war in Gaza and expressed their appreciation for his ability to find a path to peace. The ministers emphasized the importance of partnership with the United States in establishing peace in the region, and in this context welcomed President Trump's announcement of his proposal which includes ending the war, rehabilitating Gaza, preventing the displacement of the Palestinian people, promoting a comprehensive peace process, as well as his declaration that no displacement from the West Bank will be allowed. The ministers stressed their readiness to cooperate positively with the United States and all relevant parties to complete the agreement and ensure its implementation in a way that guarantees peace, security, and stability for the peoples of the region. They also reiterated their commitment to work with the United States to end the war in Gaza through a comprehensive agreement that will ensure the continuation of humanitarian aid to the population in the Strip, prevent the displacement of Palestinians, lead to the release of prisoners, promote the creation of a safe environment for all parties, full Israeli withdrawal, rehabilitation of Gaza, and the start of a just peace process based on a two-state solution, establishing a fully independent and sovereign Palestinian state over all the territories of the West Bank and Gaza Strip, in accordance with international law, considering this as a key to achieving regional stability and security.

Senior Israeli official: 1. The main achievement is that we moved from our isolation to Hamas's isolation. It's like in chess. 2. I don't know what Hamas will decide, but we have pushed them into the dilemma corner. 3. We achieved a deal that all the hostages will return while we are inside the Gaza Strip. This did not exist before. 4. It is not written in the agreement that a Palestinian state will be established, and there is no such commitment. In any case, our policies on the matter will not change. 5. Additionally, the Palestinian Authority has a list of conditions to meet, which is like an obstacle course that even an Olympic athlete would not pass. 6. The multinational force that is supposed to dismantle Hamas will probably be composed of Emiratis, Azerbaijanis, and Asians. 7. We will not withdraw without dismantling Hamas's weapons. 8. All Gazans will have the option to leave the Gaza Strip voluntarily and freely. 9. We apologized to the Qataris for harming Qatar, and offered to accept Trump's proposal and move forward because we have mutual claims. 10. It should be understood, Trump is not a puppet; he is a very smart and very independent man. He pressured the Arabs to accept the agreement. (Yinon Magal)

The Palestinian Islamic Jihad: What was announced at the press conference between Trump and Netanyahu is an American-Israeli agreement, an expression of the entire Israeli position, and a recipe for ongoing aggression against the Palestinian people. Therefore, Israel is trying to impose, through the United States, what it failed to achieve through war. Therefore, we see the American-Israeli declaration as a recipe for regional explosion.

For those who need a recap, this is Trump’s deal: 1. The hostages will be returned within 72 hours. 2. Hamas will be disarmed. 3. The Gaza Strip will be demilitarized. 4. The Strip will be managed by an international body headed by Trump — oh, and also Blair. 5. In the end, Israel will control the perimeter. 6. Trump understands and accepts Netanyahu’s opposition to a Palestinian state. 7. The Palestinian Authority will not be given any foothold in the management of the Strip in any way — and Hamas is out of the question entirely. 8. If the Palestinian Authority does not carry out the reforms Trump has set for it — changing its education system, stopping payments to terrorists, recognizing Israel as a Jewish state, disarming its terror organizations, renouncing the “right of return,” and recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital — then it will not be part of Gaza’s reconstruction. 9. Anyone who wants to leave Gaza will be able to leave, and the Arab states will contribute their share and support it. And if Hamas says no — Trump: “Bibi, finish the job, like you know how.”

The man who will have to work really hard in the next three days, and has the most to lose, is the Emir of Qatar. All of Hamas’s leaders are in his capital, and they better say yes to this plan.

Netanyahu: I believe that today we are taking an important step towards ending the war in Gaza and preparing the ground for a dramatic advancement of peace in the Middle East Netanyahu: I support your plan because it achieves our war objectives Netanyahu: I am constantly asked what your plan is for the day after - this is the plan Netanyahu: If Hamas accepts the outline - a moderate withdrawal will be accompanied by the full release of all hostages within 72 hours Netanyahu: Even after Hamas is disarmed - the IDF will remain in the perimeter for the foreseeable future