Hamas Signals Willingness for Ceasefire but Rejects Trump’s Proposal Unless War Ends

 

Hamas has indicated that it is prepared to engage in a ceasefire agreement with Israel, though it has not accepted the United States-backed plan announced by President Donald Trump. The group emphasized that it is only open to an agreement that brings about a full and permanent end to the war in Gaza. According to statements made by Hamas official Taher al-Nunu on Wednesday, the group is “ready and serious regarding reaching an agreement,” but it reiterated that any meaningful progress must include a comprehensive end to hostilities.

Hamas’s refusal to immediately accept Trump’s proposed plan shows a deep-rooted position that ceasefire deals must not simply pause fighting temporarily. Instead, the group is insisting on a lasting resolution that addresses the broader humanitarian crisis and destruction caused by the war in Gaza. This stance complicates efforts led by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar, who are working together to broker a truce.

The timing of Hamas’s statement is notable. It came shortly after President Trump revealed what he described as an important ceasefire opportunity that had received Israel’s agreement “in principle.” However, the Palestinian militant group remains skeptical, suggesting that past proposals have failed to provide the long-term relief and justice it seeks for Gaza’s population.

As the conflict grinds on, there is growing pressure on all sides to stop the bloodshed. Hamas’s readiness to discuss terms does represent a possible diplomatic opening, but only if the core demanda complete end to waris met. The international community continues to watch the process closely, especially as diplomatic teams gather in Cairo for negotiations this week.

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A Hamas delegation is set to meet with Egyptian and Qatari officials in Cairo as part of ongoing efforts to broker a ceasefire agreement. This diplomatic effort follows a renewed push by the United States, led by President Donald Trump, who announced that Israel had agreed to a 60-day ceasefire plan. The Biden administration and international mediators are placing high hopes on this effort to bring a temporary halt to fighting and open the door to a broader political settlement.

While Hamas has expressed openness to dialogue, its leadership has made it clear that any plan must include a complete and permanent end to the war in Gaza. This presents a challenge for negotiators, especially since past ceasefire efforts have often collapsed due to disagreements on long-term terms, prisoner exchanges, reconstruction, and lifting the blockade on Gaza.

Egypt and Qatar, both of whom have played key roles in past negotiations between Israel and Hamas, are again stepping into the spotlight as critical mediators. According to Egyptian officials, the discussions in Cairo will focus on evaluating the details of the U.S.-backed plan and exploring whether a pathway exists toward a lasting agreement.

So far, no final deal has been reached, and it remains unclear how much flexibility Hamas or Israel might show under pressure from international players. The Biden administration has emphasized its intent to work with all regional partners to secure a temporary ceasefire that could evolve into a more stable peace framework.

As the talks unfold in Cairo, the world will be watching closely. A breakthrough could bring urgent relief to civilians in Gaza and ease rising tensions across the region. But for now, the future of the ceasefire hinges on whether all parties can align their goals toward ending a conflict that has claimed thousands of lives.