Key Muslim-majority nations on Monday expressed support for U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to end the war in Gaza, even as some Palestinian groups dismissed the plan as a “farce.”
In a joint statement, eight Arab and Muslim nations — including Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Pakistan — welcomed Trump’s initiative, pledging to engage “positively and constructively” with Washington and other parties to finalize and implement the agreement.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voiced his approval, while the Palestinian Authority also welcomed Trump’s “sincere and determined efforts.” Hamas, however, said it had yet to review the proposal in detail, while Islamic Jihad condemned it as “a recipe for continued aggression,” accusing Israel of using U.S. diplomacy to enforce what it could not achieve militarily. Residents of Gaza also expressed skepticism, calling the plan a tactic to secure hostage releases rather than a genuine path to peace.
European Endorsements
European leaders strongly endorsed Trump’s proposal, framing it as a necessary step to end hostilities. French President Emmanuel Macron praised Trump’s “commitment to ending the war in Gaza,” urging Hamas to release hostages and Israel to commit to the plan. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez echoed support, emphasizing that a two-state solution remains “the only one possible.”
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s office declared “strong” backing for the initiative, highlighting its focus on halting the fighting, freeing hostages, and providing urgent humanitarian aid.
The plan reportedly involves establishing a transitional governing body in Gaza, coordinated by Trump and involving former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. Blair described the proposal as “bold and intelligent,” saying it could secure peace, deliver relief to Gaza, and guarantee Israel’s long-term security.
European Union chief Antonio Costa also urged all parties to “seize this moment,” describing the humanitarian situation in Gaza as “intolerable.” Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government, under pressure for its cautious stance, welcomed Trump’s diplomacy, while German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called the proposal a “unique opportunity to end the terrible war.”
