Washington – U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a deadline to the Palestinian resistance group Hamas, urging it to sign the proposed Gaza ceasefire agreement by Sunday, 6 p.m. local time.
Trump said this would be the “last chance” for Hamas to agree to the deal, noting that several other countries had already signed the agreement. He warned that if Hamas failed to comply, it would face “serious consequences.”
According to Trump, accepting the ceasefire would not only secure peace but also save the lives of Hamas fighters. He also called on innocent Palestinians in Gaza City to move to safer locations ahead of any potential escalation.
The 20-point Gaza Peace Agreement
Earlier this week, President Trump, alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, announced a 20-point Gaza peace plan during a joint press conference. Trump claimed that the plan had the support of many Muslim and Arab nations.
However, some international leaders have expressed concerns and reservations over the proposal.
Qatar and Pakistan question the plan
Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman stated that several points of Trump’s plan required further clarity and negotiations, especially regarding the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. He emphasized that the issue of withdrawal must be clearly addressed before finalizing any agreement.
In Pakistan, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also raised objections, saying that the 20 points announced by Trump were not identical to the draft proposed by eight Muslim countries during their earlier discussions with U.S. officials.
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Speaking at Pakistan’s National Assembly, Dar explained:
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Millions of people in Gaza are suffering from hunger and starvation.
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The United Nations, European Union, and other global organizations have failed to ensure peace in Gaza.
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The Muslim bloc’s draft agreement focused on a single-point agenda – an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Dar added that while Muslim nations did propose a joint 20-point draft, Trump’s final version was altered before being presented publicly. “This is not the draft we prepared, and our focus remains on the original text agreed by the eight Muslim countries,” he said.
What comes next?
As the deadline approaches, uncertainty remains over whether Hamas will accept Trump’s deal. With growing humanitarian concerns in Gaza and differing views among international stakeholders, the path to peace is still unclear.
Observers say that if Hamas rejects the offer, regional tensions may escalate further, putting civilian lives at even greater risk.
FAQs: Trump’s Deadline to Hamas for Gaza Ceasefire
1. What deadline has President Trump given to Hamas?
President Trump has given Hamas until Sunday, 6 p.m. to sign the Gaza ceasefire agreement.
2. What happens if Hamas does not accept the ceasefire deal?
Trump warned that Hamas would face serious consequences if it refuses to sign the agreement.
3. What is included in Trump’s Gaza peace plan?
The plan is a 20-point agreement announced by Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, aimed at ending the conflict and ensuring stability in Gaza.
4. Have other countries accepted the peace deal?
Yes, Trump said that many Muslim and Arab countries have already agreed to the deal.
5. Why is Qatar critical of the plan?
Qatar’s Prime Minister stated that the plan needs clarity on key issues, especially regarding the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.
6. What was Pakistan’s response to Trump’s proposal?
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, said that Trump’s version of the 20 points was not the same draft agreed upon by eight Muslim nations.
7. What is the main demand of the Muslim countries’ draft?
The Muslim countries focused on a one-point agenda – an immediate ceasefire in Gaza to stop the suffering of civilians.
8. How serious is the humanitarian crisis in Gaza?
According to Ishaq Dar, people in Gaza are dying of hunger, and international organizations like the UN and EU have failed to secure peace.
9. Will Hamas accept the ceasefire agreement?
It is still uncertain. Hamas has not officially responded, and the deadline is approaching quickly.
10. What could happen if the deal fails?
If Hamas refuses the deal, tensions may rise further, and more civilians in Gaza could be at risk.
Source: GEO News.
