A 20-point plan, spearheaded by former US President Donald Trump, seeks to resolve the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Israel has shown its approval of the plan, but the final decision rests with Hamas. Trump has set a deadline for Hamas, demanding a decision on the deal by Sunday, September 5th, at 6 PM. Failure to accept the terms of the deal could lead to serious repercussions.
Trump has consistently issued ultimatums to Hamas, emphasizing the consequences of non-compliance. He has warned that if Hamas rejects the deal, it could face devastating action, implying a potential military response against Gaza.
“If Hamas doesn’t agree to the deal, a hell will break loose like no one has ever seen,” Trump stated. He took to Truth Social to warn Hamas, stating, “We will establish peace in the Middle East somehow. Violence and bloodshed will now stop. All hostages should be released, including those who are no longer alive.”
The phrasing “We will establish peace somehow,” sends a clear and strong message to Hamas.
Before the deadline, Trump issued a final warning: “Take immediate action on the peace agreement, or there will be more destruction in Gaza.” He urged Hamas to promptly agree to the peace terms with Israel to prevent further destruction.
The phrase “more destruction in Gaza” implies that a failure to accept the deal could result in Trump taking action, potentially including military action. Israel has also stated that it will act with the United States if Hamas rejects the agreement.
On Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Hamas must move forward immediately, accept the deal, or all agreements will be considered canceled. I will not tolerate any delays, as many people think there will be. Gaza can no longer be a threat. Complete it soon.”
Trump also acknowledged Israel’s temporary halt to bombing to allow for the release of hostages and the completion of the peace agreement. However, the Gaza Civil Defense Agency reported that Israeli forces conducted multiple airstrikes on Gaza City overnight.
Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu quickly accepted the deal, and all eyes are on Hamas. The deal has 20 points, including a condition that Hamas disarm and have no future role in Gaza. Hamas has yet to accept these conditions, though it has agreed to release hostages, which is seen as partial acceptance.
On Friday, Hamas responded positively to the deal, agreeing to end the two-year-long war and release all hostages. However, disagreements remain on some key points.
Hamas’s primary concern is the future political structure of Gaza. Hamas wants an independent Palestinian technical government to control Gaza. Trump’s proposal calls for an international transition body, or Board of Peace.
A key point in the US proposal is that Hamas must disarm. Hamas has also demanded the complete and final withdrawal of the Israeli army. Trump’s peace proposal states that Hamas will have no role in the future government of Gaza. The organization has neither fully accepted nor fully rejected this.
Netanyahu stated he hoped that the release of hostages would be announced soon and vowed to disarm Hamas. Negotiations between Hamas and Israeli delegations are scheduled to be held in Egypt on Monday to discuss the hostages and a ceasefire.
The Egyptian Foreign Ministry confirmed that delegations from Hamas and Israel would participate in talks under the Trump plan. They will discuss the exchange of Palestinian prisoners for the release of Israeli hostages. The ministry hopes these discussions will bring progress toward ending the Gaza war and alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people.
