President Donald Trump announced that Israel has agreed to a U.S.-brokered 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, urging Hamas to accept the terms before continued war renders future negotiations irrelevant.
At a Glance
- Trump says Israel has accepted ceasefire conditions pending Hamas approval.
- The proposal includes the release of hostages—both living and deceased.
- Egypt and Qatar are tasked with presenting the draft deal to Hamas.
- Netanyahu has not publicly confirmed acceptance of the deal.
- Hamas demands a full withdrawal and binding guarantees for peace.
Trump Takes the Lead on Ceasefire Push
Trump claimed via Truth Social that Israel “has agreed to the necessary conditions” for a 60-day truce and urged Hamas to “do the deal.” The statement followed his administration’s coordination with Egypt and Qatar, who are now delivering the proposal to Hamas leadership.
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Trump also announced an upcoming meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to finalize terms if Hamas agrees to the framework.
Terms Anchor Hostage Release and Aid
According to Trump, the ceasefire would include Hamas releasing 10 living and 18 deceased hostages in exchange for a full halt in Israeli military operations and scaled humanitarian aid. While this marks the first ceasefire proposal where Israel is said to agree to hostages-for-peace terms, no Israeli official has yet confirmed acceptance.
The framework reflects points raised in previous failed efforts, but sources close to Egyptian mediators indicate this round may be the most substantive to date.
Doubts Over Hamas and Israel’s Commitment
Hamas maintains that no deal will be accepted without a full Israeli withdrawal and international guarantees. Netanyahu, meanwhile, has reiterated that destroying Hamas remains a military imperative, casting doubt on any enduring truce.
These core contradictions threaten to unravel the proposal before it reaches implementation.
What Comes Next
Egyptian and Qatari mediators are expected to deliver the formal proposal within days. If Hamas agrees, the White House could host final-stage talks with Israel.
While a 60-day truce may provide humanitarian reprieve, without firm guarantees and mutual enforcement, the deal risks collapse under the weight of unresolved aims and political mistrust. For now, the world watches Gaza—again—with cautious hope.
