Hamas Weighs Trump’s 20-Point Gaza Ceasefire Proposal
In a significant development in the ongoing Gaza conflict, Hamas has rejected President Donald Trump’s “take it or leave it” approach to his new peace plan—but signaled it may still accept parts of the proposal after internal deliberations. A senior Hamas official confirmed the group is actively reviewing the 20-point plan and consulting with other Palestinian factions before issuing a formal response .
Key Elements of Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan
- Full release of all Israeli hostages held in Gaza
- Disarmament of Hamas as a militant organization
- Phased withdrawal of Israeli military forces from Gaza
- A three-to-four-day ultimatum for Hamas to respond—now expired
Hamas Response: Conditional Engagement
Mohammad Nazzal, a senior political figure in Hamas, told Al Jazeera that while the group takes the proposal “seriously,” it refuses to be boxed into an ultimatum. “We are looking for gray areas in it that we could work with,” Nazzal said, emphasizing ongoing talks with allies like Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey .
Regional Diplomacy Intensifies
| Country | Role in Hamas-Talks |
|---|---|
| Qatar | Primary mediator; hosts Hamas political leadership |
| Egypt | Border control & humanitarian corridor facilitator |
| Turkey | Political backer; urging flexibility from all sides |
Infographic: Timeline of Trump’s Gaza Proposal
Caption: Devastation in Gaza underscores the urgency of ceasefire talks. [Source: The New York Times]
What’s at Stake?
The outcome of Hamas’s decision could determine the fate of:
- Remaining Israeli hostages—many in deteriorating health after nearly two years in captivity
- Civilians in Gaza, where humanitarian conditions continue to collapse
- The broader trajectory of U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East under Trump’s second term
