Trump’s peace proposal welcomed by world leaders, but some in Gaza remain sceptical

After being welcomed by Arab, Islamic and European leaders, experts say the onus rests on Hamas now to accept the peace plan

• Trump and Netanyahu to Hamas: accept Gaza peace plan or face consequences

• Analysis: Trump’s plan for Gaza is ambitious but peace is far from guaranteed

Middle Eastern and European leaders expressed cautious optimism towards Donald Trump’s 20-point plan to end the war in Gaza, support that was tempered by scepticism from some in the territory who dismissed it as “unrealistic”.

The plan, unveiled by Trump and Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, on Monday calls for an immediate ceasefire, an exchange of hostages held by Hamas for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel, a staged Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, Hamas disarmament and a transitional government led by an international body.