Israel has suspended its military campaign to capture Gaza City, shifting to defensive operations following Hamas' conditional acceptance of a U.S.-brokered hostage release proposal. The development comes after U.S. President Donald Trump demanded an immediate pause in hostilities, with Hamas signaling willingness to free 48 Israeli captives under a 20-point plan.
Israeli media reports indicate negotiators will soon finalize terms including a Gaza ceasefire, prisoner exchanges, and international oversight of post-conflict reconstruction. While details remain fluid, the Israel Defense Forces confirmed Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir held emergency consultations with senior officers to prepare for the plan's implementation.
The proposed framework aligns with Trump's vision for conflict resolution, according to Israel's Prime Minister's Office, which emphasized continued coordination with Washington. Hamas has pledged to transfer Gaza's administration to independent experts supported by Arab states, marking a potential turning point in the territory's governance.
Analysts suggest the pause in offensive operations could create space for humanitarian relief efforts, though questions persist about long-term security arrangements and the role of international actors in Gaza's future.
