- India,
- 03-Oct-2025 09:09 PM IST
Donald Trump News: US President Donald Trump has once again sent a strong message to Hamas. Posting on his favorite social media site, Truth Social, Trump issued an ultimatum to Hamas to sign the Gaza Peace Plan by 6 p.m. (Washington time) on Sunday. This plan provides for the relocation of innocent Palestinians from the war zone to safe areas. Trump warned that if Hamas refuses, it will face the "dire consequences" and will give Israel the authority to take action against Hamas with "full force."Trump's statement comes amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has been raging for the past two years. Following the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, Israel launched a massive military campaign in Gaza, killing thousands. Trump called Hamas a "brutal and violent threat," saying that the organization has not only been attacking Israeli civilians but also using Palestinians as "human shields." "Hamas brutally killed children, women, the elderly, and young people. Now is the time for them to agree to a settlement, or they will face dire consequences," Trump wrote in the post.The War Has Caused Massive Losses of LifeTrump also highlighted the horrific consequences of the Israel-Hamas conflict. According to him, "several thousand" people have been killed in this war so far, most of them innocent civilians. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 42,000 Palestinians have been injured in Gaza, including more than 10,000 children. The health system is completely overwhelmed. Trump said, "Many Hamas soldiers have already been killed. The rest are surrounded and trapped in a military siege. They are simply waiting to die. The remaining members will also be found and eliminated."In this context, Trump appealed to all innocent Palestinians to immediately leave the war zone and move to safer southern parts of Gaza. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a similar warning, stating that those who remain in Gaza City will be treated as "terrorists or their supporters." Trump assured, "We will fully care for all those who seek help. This is essential for their future."Peace Plan Highlights: 'Last Chance' for HamasTrump's warning revolves around a 20-point peace plan presented by the White House, which has been endorsed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The plan includes the following key points:Immediate ceasefire: Cessation of hostilities and an end to military operations in Gaza.Prisoner exchange: Release of all Israeli hostages held by Hamas (20 out of approximately 50 believed to be alive) within 72 hours, in exchange for Israel's release of 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.Slow Israeli troop withdrawal: A phased withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.Disarmament of Hamas: Orders the organization to lay down arms and abandon its political role.Transitional Government: Administration of Gaza by an international "peace board" that will include members such as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. Later, the Palestinian Authority will be entrusted with the task.Palestinian Statehood: The plan mentions a "possible path" to Palestinian self-governance and statehood, but Netanyahu clarified that Israel will prevent Palestinian statehood by "force."Trump said, "It is fortunate for Hamas that they are getting their last chance. The agreement may even save the lives of their remaining fighters." He stressed that the "great, powerful, and prosperous nations" of the Middle East are now ready to work with the United States to bring peace. "The world knows the details of this document, and it is in everyone's interest. Violence will stop, bloodshed will cease."Hamas's Response and International DebateHamas has stated that it will study the plan "responsibly" but has not yet made any final decisions. The organization, through mediators like Qatar and Egypt, stated that it was considering the agreement in "good faith," but accused the plan of having "few guarantees" for Palestinians. Egypt's foreign minister warned that if Hamas rejects it, the conflict could escalate.Internationally, there are differences of opinion regarding the plan. Western countries considered it a "starting point," but senior Palestinian Authority member Abbas Zaki called it a "document of surrender." Spanish Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Diaz called it "not a peace plan, but an imposition." The UK and other European countries believe that lasting peace is impossible without a Palestinian state.What if the agreement fails?If no agreement is reached by Sunday, Trump and Netanyahu indicated that Israel will "finish the job." The Israeli military has tightened its siege on Gaza City, and airstrikes recently killed 31 Palestinians. Experts say the plan is an attempt to bolster Trump's "dealmaker" image, but it could be a road to hell for Hamas. For Palestinians, the question remains: will it bring peace, or escalate the conflict?Trump's initiative raises hopes for peace in the Middle East, but history shows that such ultimatums have often failed. The world is now watching Hamas's next move.
