What happened?
Israeli forces resumed airstrikes over Gaza on Monday, targeting what they described as Hamas militants, while Egyptian officials in Cairo prepared to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the feasibility of President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace proposal.
Why does it matter?
The renewed bombardment comes as the United States’ plan, which calls for an immediate halt to all military operations, faces its first real‑world test; any breakthrough or collapse will shape regional diplomatic dynamics and could influence the flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza, a concern echoed by Pakistan’s Red Crescent Society, which is coordinating relief shipments.
How does the Trump peace plan fit into the talks?
Trump’s blueprint, unveiled last year, hinges on a rapid ceasefire, the release of hostages and reconstruction guarantees. Egyptian mediators are assessing whether Israel’s latest offensive undermines the plan’s core premise of an instant cessation, while also weighing Washington’s pressure on Jerusalem to adopt the proposal.
What happens next?
Netanyahu is expected to meet the Egyptian delegation on Monday, after which a joint statement may outline steps toward a ceasefire or signal further escalation. Analysts warn that if the talks fail, the conflict could intensify, prompting Pakistan’s foreign ministry to call for an urgent UN Security Council session to address civilian casualties and the broader humanitarian crisis.