Hamas Yet to Respond to Trump’s Gaza Plan as Netanyahu Backs It!

Hamas Yet to Respond to Trump’s Gaza Plan as Netanyahu Backs It!

Reported by Marian opeyemi Fasesan

As of Tuesday, Hamas has not formally responded to U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed peace plan for Gaza, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly endorsed the initiative — stating that Israel’s military will remain in much of the territory under the plan. [1]
What’s the Plan & Where Israel Stands

• Trump’s 20‑point proposal aims to end the war in Gaza through steps including ceasefire conditions, disarmament of Hamas, hostage releases, and international transitional governance. [2]
• Netanyahu expressed support, clarifying that Israel had not agreed to a Palestinian state under the plan. He said that Israeli troops would remain in most of Gaza to maintain security and ensure implementation of key terms. [1]
• He reiterated that any withdrawal or demilitarization would be conditional — dependent on Hamas first disarming and vacating political control.

What Hamas Says Now

• A spokesperson for Hamas said the group has not yet been presented with the full Trump plan and thus is unable to comment. [3]

– The group continues to demand guarantees that any deal must lead to a complete end to the war, Palestinian self-determination, and protection of Gaza’s residents. [1]

Implications & What to Watch

• Hamas’s silence adds uncertainty: will the group accept, reject, or negotiate changes to Trump’s plan?
• Netanyahu’s endorsement gives the plan institutional support in Israel, but practical enforcement will be complex—especially regarding troop deployment and sovereignty issues.
• The plan’s success may hinge on international mediation, Hamas willingness, and security safeguards.
• If Hamas rejects the plan, Netanyahu and Trump have warned that military operations could continue until Israel’s objectives are met. [1]

Citations:

1. The Guardian: www.theguardian.com/world/live/2025/sep/30/netanyahu-israel-gaza-hamas-trump-peace-plan-latest-news-middle-east-crisis-live?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. AP News: apnews.com/article/d5bb4097af1d46ba16ab20914d265ff7?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. Reuters: www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/hamas-says-it-has-not-received-trump-plan-israel-expands-gaza-city-assault-2025-09-27/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Managing Editor of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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