Israeli media reported on Wednesday that the United States has submitted a new ceasefire proposal to Egypt aimed at ending the conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The plan is described as "less complicated" than previous initiatives.
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According to the Israeli channel i24news, all involved parties received the U.S. proposal over the past two weeks and are currently reviewing it. The initiative seeks to establish a long-term truce ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump's expected visit to the region in mid-May.
Under the terms of the proposal, if an agreement is reached, Israel would open humanitarian corridors to facilitate aid deliveries, and Hamas would release a limited number of Israeli hostages, including dual U.S.-Israeli citizen Idan Alexander.
The deal also includes provisions requiring Hamas to provide information on the remaining hostages, along with evidence that they are receiving adequate food and medical care. The proposal comes as Hamas leaders convene in Doha.
The report noted intense communications between Egyptian, American, and Israeli officials aimed at overcoming Israeli-imposed obstacles to aid delivery into Gaza.
The parties are also reportedly discussing the nomination of a private company owned by a Palestinian-American businessman to lead community aid operations in Gaza. This entity would be responsible for distributing emergency assistance under Israeli supervision.
The proposed mechanism under discussion in Egypt is said to be independent of Israel's own recent plan for managing humanitarian aid distribution directly.
However, i24news cited an Israeli official stating that Israel is unaware of any Arab media reports concerning a new American proposal delivered to mediators.
This development comes amid Israel's announcement of "Operation Gideon’s Chariots," aimed at intensifying military pressure on Hamas. The operation has reportedly been postponed until after President Trump's visit, despite the mobilization of tens of thousands of reservists.
Earlier reports indicated that the U.S. and Israel have discussed the possibility of Washington leading a “temporary administration” in Gaza post-conflict. Talks have focused on forming a transitional government headed by a U.S. official, with the aim of disarmament, restoring stability, and laying the groundwork for a viable Palestinian governance structure.
The proposed U.S.-led authority could potentially involve other nations, though their identities have not yet been disclosed.
