Ghana backs President Trump's Gaza Peace Plan

The Government of Ghana has backed the 20-point peace plan proposed by the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, aimed at bringing the war between Israel and Hamas to an end.

In a statement issued through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on October 3, 2025, the Government of Ghana described Trump's proposal as groundbreaking.

It indicated that the plan, if accepted by all parties, will bring an end to the Gaza War, which has claimed the lives of thousands and displaced even more people.

"The Government of the Republic of Ghana welcomes the groundbreaking Gaza peace plan proposed by President Donald J. Trump, intended to bring an end to the tremendous suffering and loss of human lives in the conflict.

"The proposal to end the war, rebuild Gaza, prevent the annexation and displacement of the Palestinian people, and advance a comprehensive peace plan is a welcome development and a relief to the suffering civilians," part of the statement reads.

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The statement added, "It is our hope that the initiative will ultimately provide a viable pathway for achieving a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace, in which the States of Israel and Palestine can exist side by side in harmony and security."

The government reiterated its commitment to ensuring peace and called on all factions to accept the deal.

"Ghana stands ready to engage with all international partners to foster dialogue and understanding in revitalising the Middle East Peace Process and calls on all factions to commit to this historic peace proposal," the statement concludes.

About Trump's plan:

According to the BBC, Trump's plan proposes an immediate end to the fighting and the release within 72 hours of all living Israeli hostages held by Hamas — as well as the remains of hostages thought to be dead — in exchange for hundreds of detained Palestinians.

It includes the following:

Make Gaza a de-radicalised, terror-free zone that does not threaten its neighbours.

Redevelop Gaza for the benefit of its people, including rebuilding infrastructure like water, electricity, hospitals, and roads.

If both parties agree, immediately end the war; Israeli forces withdraw to pre-agreed lines; suspend all military operations (air, artillery, etc.) while preparing hostages' release.

Return all hostages, alive and deceased, within 72 hours of Israel's acceptance.

Israel releases 250 life-sentence prisoners and about 1,700 Gazans detained after October 7, 2023 (including women and children). For every Israeli hostage whose remains are returned, 15 deceased Gazans' remains would also be released.

Hamas members who commit to peaceful coexistence and decommission weapons will be offered amnesty; those who wish may leave Gaza safely.

Massive humanitarian aid to Gaza delivered via neutral international agencies without interference.

Gaza governed temporarily by a technocratic, apolitical Palestinian committee; no role for Hamas in governance.

Establish a special economic zone for Gaza with favourable tariffs, trade access, and economic incentives.

Persons in Gaza can freely stay, leave, or return; no forced displacement.

The destruction of Hamas's military, terror, and offensive infrastructure (tunnels, weapons, production facilities) under international monitoring, with weapons decommissioning, buy-back, and reintegration programmes.

Regional guarantors must ensure compliance by Hamas/factions with the terms; ensure "New Gaza" poses no threat.

Establish a temporary International Stabilisation Force (ISF) in Gaza, in cooperation with Israel and Egypt, to train Palestinian police, secure borders, and oversee security.

Israel will not annex or occupy Gaza; IDF will gradually withdraw under conditions and milestones, with security perimeters maintained until safe.

If Hamas delays or rejects the proposal, some parts (aid, security oversight in zones handed over) will continue in areas controlled by the ISF.

Interfaith dialogue process to promote tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and change narratives among both Israelis and Palestinians.

As Gaza is rebuilt and the Palestinian Authority reforms, conditions for a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood may be established.

The U.S. will establish dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians to agree on a political horizon for peaceful and prosperous coexistence.

Read the full statement below: