The Hamas terrorist group has announced that it is giving serious consideration to the latest ceasefire plan presented by international mediators and is currently conducting internal discussions on the matter.
This statement from Hamas comes in the wake of President Donald Trump’s declaration on Tuesday that Israel has agreed to the conditions necessary to move forward with a ceasefire agreement in Gaza and a corresponding arrangement for the release of hostages.
Taking to his Truth Social platform, Trump called on Hamas to accept the proposed deal, cautioning that the alternative would only lead to more suffering. “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,” wrote the President.
Trump credited Qatar and Egypt for their efforts in advancing peace and delivering the proposal to Hamas, expressing hope that the group would make the right decision. “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!” he added.
Earlier Tuesday, reports indicated that Qatar had formally offered a new plan to Israel that included a 60-day pause in fighting. As part of the proposal, eight living hostages would be released immediately, with another two to be freed on the 50th day of the ceasefire.
{Matzav.com Israel}