Hamas has delivered its response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal on the war in Gaza to mediators, according to a statement issued by the movement.
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The movement announced its approval to release all Israeli detainees—both living and the remains of the deceased—under the exchange formula outlined in Trump’s proposal, and contingent on the necessary field conditions for the exchange, within the framework of ending the war and a full withdrawal from the Gaza Strip.
It confirmed its readiness to immediately enter negotiations through mediators to discuss the details.
Hamas also reiterated its approval to hand over the administration of Gaza to a Palestinian body of independents (technocrats), based on Palestinian national consensus and supported by Arab and Islamic states.
Regarding other issues in Trump’s proposal related to Gaza’s future and the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people, the movement said this “is tied to a unified national position, based on relevant international laws and resolutions, and will be discussed through an inclusive Palestinian national framework, in which Hamas will take part and contribute responsibly.”
Trump had given Hamas until 6:00 p.m. Washington time (22:00 GMT) on Sunday to reach an agreement on his plan for Gaza’s future, calling it the movement’s last chance.
Trump wrote Friday on Truth Social: “A deal with Hamas must be reached by 6:00 p.m. Washington, D.C. time on Sunday… All countries have agreed! If this final opportunity deal is not reached, there will be hell unleashed against Hamas like never seen before.”
He added: “This deal will save the lives of all remaining Hamas fighters… For Hamas, this is one last chance.”
Trump’s New Plan
The White House on Monday published Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza, following his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The plan envisions Gaza as a “de-radicalized and terror-free zone that poses no threat to its neighbors,” with reconstruction efforts starting to serve its long-suffering population.
According to the plan, if both sides agree, the war would immediately cease, and Israeli occupation forces would withdraw to an agreed line to prepare for the detainee exchange. All military operations, including airstrikes and artillery fire, would be suspended during this period, and hostilities frozen until the conditions for a full phased withdrawal are met.
Within 72 hours of Israel’s public acceptance of the agreement, all detainees—living and dead—would be returned.
After the release of all detainees, Israel would free 250 prisoners serving life sentences, in addition to 1,700 Palestinians from Gaza arrested after October 7, 2023, including all women and children detained during that period. For each deceased Israeli detainee returned, Israel would release the remains of 15 Palestinians.
After the release process, Hamas members who commit to peaceful coexistence and disarmament would be granted amnesty. Those wishing to leave Gaza would be provided a safe passage to receiving countries.
Upon acceptance of the deal, humanitarian aid would immediately be sent into Gaza, at levels no less than those outlined in the January 19, 2025 agreement. This would include infrastructure rehabilitation (water, electricity, sanitation), hospitals, bakeries, and equipment for clearing debris and reopening roads.
The plan specifies that aid would be delivered and distributed in Gaza through the United Nations and its agencies, the Red Crescent, and other international entities not tied to either party. The Rafah crossing would reopen under the same mechanism used in the January 19, 2025 agreement.
Gaza would be administered under a temporary transitional governance system by a non-political Palestinian technocratic committee, tasked with providing daily services to the population. This body would consist of qualified Palestinians and international experts, overseen by a new international transitional authority called the “Peace Council,” chaired by Donald Trump alongside other world leaders, including former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair.
This council would establish frameworks and secure funding for Gaza’s reconstruction until the Palestinian Authority completes reforms and regains effective control.
The plan also includes developing an economic growth program for Gaza through a committee of experts who contributed to building successful modern cities in the Middle East, while studying international investment proposals to create jobs and hope for Gaza’s future.
It further proposes the creation of a special economic zone with preferential tariffs and access agreements set with participating countries.
The White House clarified that “no one will be forced to leave Gaza; those who wish to depart or return will have full freedom. Residents will be encouraged to stay and help build a better Gaza.”
The plan stipulates that Hamas and other factions agree not to participate in Gaza’s governance in any way. All military and offensive infrastructure, including tunnels and weapons factories, would be destroyed, with disarmament overseen by independent monitors, supported by an international program for weapons buyback and fighter reintegration, verified by these monitors.
The new U.S. plan states that a “new Gaza” would be dedicated to building a prosperous economy and peaceful coexistence.
It also mentions guarantees from regional partners to ensure Hamas and other factions honor their commitments, and to ensure the new Gaza poses no threat to its neighbors or its own people.
The United States, with Arab and international partners, would form an “Interim Stabilization Force” (ISF) to be deployed immediately in Gaza. This force would train and support a reformed Palestinian police force, cooperate with Israel and Egypt to secure borders, prevent arms smuggling, and facilitate the flow of goods for Gaza’s reconstruction, with mechanisms to avoid clashes.
The plan emphasizes that “Israel will neither occupy nor annex Gaza. As stability is reinforced by the international stabilization force, Israeli forces will gradually withdraw according to criteria and a timetable tied to disarmament, handing over occupied areas to the international force, except for a temporary security perimeter until Gaza is ensured free of renewed terrorist threats.”
It further states that if Hamas delays or rejects the proposal, the plan would still be implemented in “terror-free areas handed over by the Israeli army to the international stabilization force,” including the expanded humanitarian aid operation.
The plan also includes “launching a religious dialogue based on the values of tolerance and peaceful coexistence, to transform Palestinian and Israeli narratives by highlighting the benefits of peace.”
Finally, it notes that “as Gaza’s reconstruction advances and Palestinian Authority reforms are carried out, conditions may eventually arise for a genuine path toward Palestinian self-determination and statehood—recognized as a legitimate aspiration of the Palestinian people. The United States will work to launch dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians to achieve a political horizon for peaceful and prosperous coexistence.”
