from Religion Media Centre
The Board of Deputies of British Jews has issued a statement saying it “appreciates President Trump’s efforts to drive forward a hostage ceasefire deal” and it is time to bring pressure on Hamas to accept the deal and for concerted efforts towards “lasting peace and security for Israelis, Palestinians and the wider Middle East”.
The 20 point peace plan was outlined by Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, under which, if both sides agree, there will be an immediate ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli forces to “the agreed upon line”, and the release of all the hostages, followed by the release of Palestinian prisoners and a surge of aid into Gaza. Gaza will then be temporarily governed by a transitional committee chaired by President Trump and including Tony Blair.
Hamas is still looking at the deal, but Trump warned that if they refuse to accept, Israel will have his backing to “finish the job of destroying the threat of Hamas”.