Former United States President Donald Trump has put forward a Gaza peace plan calling for an immediate ceasefire, the exchange of hostages and prisoners, and the neutralisation of Hamas, though doubts remain about its feasibility. In related developments, an international aid flotilla aiming to reach Gaza was intercepted by Israeli forces, drawing global attention and criticism. European nations are now engaged in discussions over establishing a drone defence system in response to concerns about Russian military activity. The week also saw Japan elect its first female prime minister, and Morocco gain preferential trade terms with the European Union for its Sahara region.