WASHINGTON, Oct 9, 2025 (BSS/AFP) - President Donald Trump said Wednesday the United States will play a role in helping to rebuild war-torn Gaza and keep it safe and peaceful, after Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase of his plan.

"We'll be involved in helping them make it successful, and helping it stay peaceful," the president told Fox News hours after he announced the agreement, adding he is "very confident there'll be peace in the Middle East."