The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Day 720 - Trump's Gaza plan pins hopes on Arab states
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Sep 25, 2025 Jacob Magid, U.S. bureau chief for The Times of Israel, discusses Trump's 21-point Gaza plan influenced by Tony Blair, emphasizing U.S. assurances against Israeli annexation of the West Bank. He compares this with a French stabilization proposal, which focuses on disarming Hamas and involves potential multinational forces from Arab states like Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Magid also highlights the challenges of disarming Hamas and the importance of a political off-ramp for the group, suggesting regional actors want durable solutions.
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21-Point Plan Anchors Day-After Strategy
- Trump presented a 21-point plan largely based on Tony Blair’s proposal to create a transitional Palestinian authority for Gaza.
- The plan ties hostage release, a phased ceasefire, and a multinational security force to a day-after governance framework.
U.S. Pushes Back On Annexation
- Trump assured Arab participants he would not allow Israel to annex parts of the West Bank, a notable U.S. stance shift.
- That private U.S. pressure may continue when Trump meets Netanyahu in Washington to negotiate possible tradeoffs.
Expect Compensatory Tradeoffs Over Annexation
- If the U.S. forbids annexation, expect it to seek concessions to compensate Israel for lost options.
- Negotiators may trade control adjustments in Areas A, B, and C as a compromise to avoid formal annexation.