New Delhi: India has welcomed US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan to end the Israel-Hamas conflict, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying the initiative provides a “viable pathway” for long-term peace and development for both Palestinians and Israelis. India has consistently called for a return to dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the conflict and support a two-state solution, and Modi endorsed Trump’s plan as a step in that direction.
Trump unveiled the peace proposal on Monday during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. The plan includes the immediate return of all hostages taken by Hamas, whether alive or dead, within 72 hours of a ceasefire. Many details will be decided by negotiators, and the success of the plan depends on acceptance by Hamas, which triggered the conflict with attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023.
The Gaza Strip, one of the world’s most densely populated areas, has seen more than 66,000 casualties during the conflict. Trump’s plan envisions redeveloping Gaza as “New Gaza” once the conflict ends. Modi said on social media, “We welcome President Donald J. Trump’s announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict. It provides a viable pathway to long-term and sustainable peace, security, and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people, and for the larger West Asian region.” He also called on all concerned parties to support the initiative.
Under the plan, if Israel and Hamas agree, the war will end immediately, and Israeli forces will partially withdraw to allow the release of hostages. All military operations will pause until a complete staged withdrawal of Israeli forces is carried out. Once hostages are released, Israel will free 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences and 1,700 Gazans arrested since the conflict began in October 2023. Hamas members who commit to peaceful coexistence and disarm will receive amnesty, while those who wish to leave Gaza will be provided safe passage.
Trump’s plan also includes humanitarian and economic measures. Full aid will be sent into Gaza according to an earlier January 2025 agreement, without interference from Israel or Hamas. A “Board of Peace” of international experts, led by Trump and including former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, will oversee the process. Gaza will temporarily be governed by a “technocratic, apolitical” committee of Palestinians and international experts.
Economic development in Gaza will be promoted by experts who have experience in creating modern cities in West Asia, and a special economic zone will be established with preferred tariffs and access rates. The plan ensures that no one will be forced to leave Gaza, while Hamas and other factions will not govern the territory. The group’s military infrastructure, including tunnels and weapons facilities, will be dismantled. An “International Stabilisation Force,” supported by the US and Arab partners, will temporarily be deployed to Gaza, while Israel will not annex or occupy the territory.
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India has maintained a consistent position in favour of a two-state solution, advocating for the establishment of a sovereign, independent, and viable Palestinian state living peacefully alongside Israel. India was among the first non-Arab countries to recognize the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) in 1974 and the state of Palestine in 1988. In September 2025, India voted in favour of the “New York Declaration,” supporting peaceful negotiations for a two-state solution.
Since the conflict began in October 2023, India has strongly condemned terror attacks by Hamas and the loss of civilian lives, reflecting its policy of “zero tolerance” for terrorism. India continues to call for a ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and a peaceful resolution through dialogue. At the same time, India has emphasized the importance of safe, timely, and sustained delivery of humanitarian aid to Palestinians. Officials noted that India believes that bringing Israel and Palestine closer to peace will create conditions for the early resumption of direct negotiations.
In conclusion, India has welcomed Trump’s Gaza peace plan as a constructive step towards resolving the ongoing conflict. With a focus on dialogue, humanitarian aid, and long-term development, the plan aims to provide a sustainable solution for both Israel and Palestine. India continues to support efforts that lead to a peaceful, two-state resolution and calls on all parties to work together to achieve lasting peace in the region.
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