Israel Agrees to 60-day Gaza Ceasefire Plan, Trump Urges Hamas to Accept
In a significant development, President Donald Trump has announced that Israel has agreed to the terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza. The U.S. President also urged Hamas to accept the deal, warning that conditions may worsen if they refuse.
Background and Context
The ceasefire proposal, led by the Trump administration, comes amidst ongoing conflict in the Gaza strip that has claimed nearly 60,000 lives. The American President has stated that the final proposal will be delivered by Qatar and Egypt, both of which have been instrumental in peace efforts.
Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar confirmed Israel's commitment to the ceasefire, stating on Monday, Israel is serious in its will to reach a hostage deal and ceasefire in Gaza.
Key Developments
Trump announced the agreement on his Truth Social account on Tuesday, expressing his hopes that Hamas will accept the deal. The President wrote, "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.”
He further cautioned Hamas, saying it will not get better — IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE
if the group refuses the deal. The specifics of the ceasefire plan, however, remain undisclosed.
Talks and Reactions
President Trump is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday. Trump's administration is not only seeking to resolve the conflict between Israel and Gaza, but also to secure the release of remaining American hostages in Gaza.
Egypt's top diplomat, Badr Abdelatty, stated that Egypt and Qatar are making serious efforts to revive the ceasefire, in coordination with the U.S. The world now waits for Hamas's response to the ceasefire proposal, with many hoping for an end to the conflict.
Conclusion
The announcement of Israel's agreement to a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza marks a significant step towards resolving the enduring conflict. As President Trump prepares to discuss the matter with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the international community eagerly watches for Hamas's response. The acceptance of the deal could mark the beginning of a peace process in the region, which has witnessed widespread violence and loss of life.
Despite the optimism, it remains unclear what the terms of the ceasefire are and how the parties involved will work towards ending the war. As President Trump warns, the situation will only get worse
if Hamas does not accept the deal - a statement that underscores the urgency of the peace process in the embattled region.