United States President Donald Trump announced that the next phase of his Gaza peace plan will begin soon, despite concerns that progress has stalled. While a ceasefire agreement was reached last month, only the initial steps—such as a truce, partial withdrawal, and humanitarian aid—have been implemented, leaving key issues like postwar governance unresolved. Ongoing violence and disagreements over the composition of a proposed international stabilization force have further complicated efforts, with Israel and Hamas both resisting certain terms and conditions. The reconstruction of Gaza and the reopening of the Rafah Border Crossing remain contentious, as regional and international actors debate how to move forward amid persistent mistrust and security concerns.