Summary
Hamas has responded to President Trump's peace plan, expressing readiness to release hostages in exchange for an end to the Gaza conflict and Israeli military withdrawal. They are open to discussions but seek detailed negotiations rather than a simple acceptance of the plan. Trump has given Hamas 72 hours to comply, while Hamas claims more time is needed to meet these terms.
Key Facts
- Hamas is willing to release all hostages if the war ends and Israeli forces withdraw.
- They have accepted some parts of Trump's proposal but want negotiations on other parts.
- The Trump plan requires Hamas to release 20 living hostages and return 28 bodies once a deal is made.
- In exchange, Israel would release 250 prisoners with life sentences and 1,700 detainees from Gaza.
- Hamas claims logistical challenges in meeting the 72-hour deadline set by Trump.
- Regional countries like Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey have encouraged Hamas to give a positive response.
- Hamas intends to discuss Gaza's governance and Palestinian rights within a broader national framework.
- They did not agree to disarm or accept an international stabilization force as outlined in Trump's plan.
