Israeli Strikes Intensify Gaza Assault Amid Hamas Denial of Trump's Peace Plan

Hamas has consistently denied receiving US President Donald Trump's 21-point peace plan aimed at achieving a ceasefire and lasting peace in Gaza, despite reports from Israeli sources suggesting the group had agreed in principle to the plan. The plan, which President Trump described optimistically, involves the release of Israeli hostages by Hamas in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, a gradual Israeli military withdrawal, and the end of Hamas's administrative control in Gaza. It also includes provisions for rebuilding Gaza under a temporary government overseen by the US and regional powers, guarantees against Israeli annexation, and amnesty for Hamas members who choose peaceful coexistence. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, leading a hard-right coalition opposed to ending the Gaza war before Hamas is destroyed, is scheduled to meet with Trump to discuss the plan. Meanwhile, intensified Israeli military operations continue in Gaza, resulting in significant casualties and humanitarian challenges. The White House and Israeli officials have not publicly released the full text of the plan, and significant skepticism and confusion remain about its acceptance and implementation among the involved parties.