US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Israel has agreed to the conditions that would pave the way for a ceasefire in Gaza and a hostage release deal.
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump also urged Hamas to accept the deal: “My Representatives had a long and productive meeting with the Israelis today on Gaza. Israel has agreed to the necessary conditions to finalize the 60 Day CEASEFIRE, during which time we will work with all parties to end the War.”
Trump added, “The Qataris and Egyptians, who have worked very hard to help bring Peace, will deliver this final proposal. I hope, for the good of the Middle East, that Hamas takes this Deal, because it will not get better — IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”
Officials involved in the negotiations say there is a significant chance for an agreement, though disagreements remain between the parties.
A ceasefire is intended to de-escalate immediate violence, but if Hamas takes the deal, it’s but a fraction of the overall problem solved. Long-term solutions like strengthening moderate Palestinian leadership, fostering economic stability, and countering extremist narratives have consistently faced significant hurdles.
Routing out terrorism is the root of the matter but ceasefire after ceasefire is not the answer. A ceasefire will likely enable Hamas to re-group and re-arm. How does this further Israel’s goals – the eradication of Hamas, the elimination terrorist entities in Gaza and the release of all the hostages? President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are set to meet soon. Perhaps there will be a paradigm shift.