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On Wednesday, the United States announced the launch of phase two of Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan, despite over 1,240 violations by Israel resulting in hundreds of civilian deaths. The plan includes forming a transitional administration and demilitarizing Gaza. However, the Gaza government reports continued Israeli bombardments and aid obstruction.
Israeli media reported that Israel has no plans to withdraw from the so-called Yellow Line in eastern Gaza, despite the US announcing the second phase of the Trump-brokered ceasefire plan. Israeli officials view the line as a strategic area. Meanwhile, Cairo talks focus on opening crossings and securing Israeli withdrawal.
Reports and satellite images show Israeli forces expanding the so-called ‘Yellow Line’ deeper into Gaza, while the US announced the start of Phase Two of Trump’s plan, further confining Palestinians into smaller areas. New outposts were built and buildings demolished, as the occupation continues to control 54% of the territory.
Reports indicate that the Trump administration is considering granting asylum to British Jews due to what Donald Trump’s personal lawyer described as rising antisemitism in the UK, particularly following Israel’s genocide in Gaza, where over 70,000 people, mostly women and children, were martyred. Lawyer Robert Garson has reportedly discussed the idea with the US State Department.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and several ministers rejected the US-backed post-war plan for Gaza, calling instead for its annexation and the creation of illegal settlements. The proposed executive board includes officials from Turkey and Qatar, a move opposed by Israeli ministers who accused those countries of supporting Hamas. Despite the announced ceasefire, Israel has continued violations, leading to the death of hundreds of Palestinians.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, wanted by the ICC for Gaza war crimes, accepted Donald Trump’s invitation to join the “Board of Peace” under phase two of a 20-point ceasefire plan. The move sparked concerns over the board’s neutrality, especially amid the exclusion of Palestinians from top decision-making roles.
