Failed Israeli Doha Strike Spurs Trump Gaza Ceasefire Plan Amid Arab Discontent

Israel's failed assassination attempt against Hamas leaders in Qatar last month catalyzed the diplomatic efforts leading to US President Donald Trump's proposed Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. The strike provoked Arab leaders' outrage and fostered a rare unified call for a diplomatic resolution to the Gaza conflict, prompting Trump’s advisers to develop a comprehensive 20-point peace plan, which Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu approved but Hamas has yet to respond to. However, skepticism remains among Arab officials who claim the plan was altered to favor Israel, casting doubts on the genuineness of Arab endorsement and raising concerns that it may perpetuate Israeli occupation and violence against Palestinians. Critics, including journalists and human rights experts, argue the plan risks eroding Palestinian sovereignty by potentially turning Gaza into an internationally administered zone, sidelining Palestinian voices in their own fate. Qatar's Prime Minister emphasized that key aspects of the plan, such as Israel's withdrawal and Gaza's postwar governance, require further clarification and dialogue, highlighting the plan's early stage and the need to safeguard Palestinian rights. Overall, the proposal faces widespread controversy and unresolved tensions, with fears it may lead to further destruction rather than lasting peace in Gaza.