Hamas Considers Trump-Era Gaza Ceasefire Proposal Amid Divisions and International Pressure

Hamas is reportedly weighing a Gaza ceasefire proposal put forth by former U.S. President Donald Trump, with sources close to the group indicating a likely acceptance of the plan as a basis for renewed negotiations, albeit with demands for significant revisions. Trump had previously set a tight deadline for Hamas to respond to his 20-point plan, which aims to conclude the two-year conflict in Gaza and establish an international administration for the devastated territory.

Analysts suggest Hamas faces a difficult choice between unfavorable options. Rejecting the proposal outright, as Trump warned, could escalate Israeli military actions. Therefore, a conditional acceptance with demands for amendments is anticipated. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has already accepted the Trump plan, which incorporates many of Israel’s key demands and was reportedly formulated without consulting Hamas.

Key sticking points for Hamas include the plan’s demand for disarmament, which is viewed as highly problematic without a clear political process or substantial progress toward a two-state solution. Internal divisions within Hamas, with leadership spread across Istanbul, Doha, and Gaza, further complicate the decision-making process, though external pressure from Turkey and Qatar is pushing for concessions. Despite significant losses in the conflict, Hamas continues guerrilla operations and maintains a presence in various parts of Gaza.

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