In a critical diplomatic meeting poised to shape the future of Middle East peace, former President Donald Trump is set to host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his Mar-a-Lago estate, focusing on the intricate details of their proposed Gaza ceasefire plan.

The high-stakes discussion, scheduled for 1 p.m. ET, comes at a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict, following the two-year anniversary of the Hamas-led attack that tragically claimed approximately 1,200 Israeli lives. With 250 of 251 hostages now released, the leaders are positioned to discuss the complex second phase of their comprehensive peace strategy.

Trump's 20-point plan, which received United Nations Security Council approval, presents an ambitious blueprint for ending Hamas' control of Gaza. The proposal includes establishing a demilitarized Gaza under international supervision by the Board of Peace, a group chaired by Trump himself. The plan envisions a 'technocratic, apolitical' Palestinian committee managing daily affairs, with the ultimate goal of normalizing relations between Israel and the Arab world.

Expert Mona Yacoubian from the Center for Strategic and International Studies suggests the meeting will be challenging, noting potential disagreements between Trump and Netanyahu. 'This is going to be a really tall order for President Trump to get Netanyahu to agree,' she explained, highlighting the potential for differing regional approaches.

The proposed second phase involves complex logistical challenges, including rebuilding war-damaged infrastructure, disarming Hamas, and creating an International Stabilization Force. The Board of Peace would oversee Gaza's reconstruction under a renewable two-year U.N. mandate, with member nominations potentially announced during or shortly after this meeting.

Additional discussions are expected to touch on broader geopolitical issues, including Iran's nuclear capabilities, which Trump previously claimed were 'completely and fully obliterated' following U.S. strikes in June. The meeting follows recent diplomatic groundwork by U.S. Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, who recently met with officials from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey - key ceasefire mediators.

This encounter marks another significant moment in Trump and Netanyahu's long-standing relationship, with Netanyahu being the first foreign leader to meet Trump at the White House during his second term. Their ongoing collaboration underscores a continued commitment to finding a sustainable solution in a region long marked by complexity and conflict.