Ghana backs Trump’s Gaza peace proposal amid ongoing Middle East tensions
Ghana has welcomed a proposed peace plan for Gaza unveiled by US President Donald Trump, describing it as a “significant step” towards ending the decades-long Israeli–Palestinian conflict.
In a statement issued on Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the initiative could help prevent further civilian suffering and provide a pathway towards “a just, comprehensive and lasting peace” in the Middle East.
The plan, accepted by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, includes provisions for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, the release of hostages by Hamas, the exchange of prisoners, and the deployment of an international stabilisation force. It also proposes large-scale reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, the creation of a special economic zone, and governance under a temporary technocratic Palestinian committee with oversight from an international body chaired by Mr Trump.
Hamas, the Palestinian group that governs Gaza, has agreed to release remaining hostages but has raised concerns over several aspects of the proposal, calling for further negotiations.
Ghana’s position
Ghana reiterated its longstanding support for a two-state solution, where Israel and a future Palestinian state coexist peacefully and securely. “We stand ready to engage with all international partners to promote dialogue and revitalise the peace process in the Middle East,” the Foreign Ministry said.
The government also urged all parties to engage in dialogue to “revive the peace process” and stressed that only a comprehensive settlement recognising Palestinian rights and Israel’s security concerns could bring an end to the cycle of violence.
Conflict
The Gaza Strip, home to more than two million Palestinians, has been the centre of repeated wars between Israel and Hamas since the militant group seized control in 2007.
The latest war began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas and other Palestinian militant groups launched a surprise attack on Israel, in which 1,195 Israelis and foreign nationals, including 815 civilians, were killed. 251 were taken hostage with the stated goal of forcing Israel to release Palestinian prisoners.
Efforts at brokering peace have repeatedly stalled. Previous US-led initiatives, including Trump’s 2020 “Deal of the Century,” were rejected by Palestinian leaders, who said they heavily favoured Israel and undermined Palestinian claims to statehood.
Despite these setbacks, Ghana has maintained its position as a supporter of Palestinian self-determination, while also recognising Israel’s right to exist in peace.
The government expressed cautious optimism that the plan could serve as a starting point. “We hope this initiative will provide a viable pathway to peace,” the Foreign Ministry said.
