Hamas Conditionally Accepts Trump's Gaza Plan

President Donald Trump proposed a Gaza ceasefire plan calling for Hamas to release all Israeli hostages and disarm in exchange for an Israeli halt and staged withdrawal, large prisoner exchanges, international supervision of disarmament, and temporary technocratic governance for Gaza. Hamas accepted key elements — including releasing all Israeli hostages (alive and dead) and handing Gaza’s administration to a technocratic Palestinian body — and said it was ready for mediated negotiations. The group attached conditions, saying exchanges require appropriate “field conditions” and broader Palestinian consultations, and it did not commit to disarmament. Israel and several Arab countries have endorsed the plan, but mediators such as Egypt and Qatar say key aspects need further negotiation, leaving uncertainty over Washington and Jerusalem’s response. Mr. Trump set a tight Sunday deadline, urged Israel to stop bombing so hostages can be freed safely, and warned of dramatically intensified military action if no deal is reached.