U.S. President Donald Trump turned up the heat this Tuesday by giving Hamas a 3-4 day countdown to accept a new U.S.-backed 20-point peace plan for Gaza. He warned of a very sad end if the group refuses. ⏳💥
What's the plan?
The proposal – supported by Israeli and Arab leaders – calls for:
- An immediate ceasefire 🕊️
- Hostage swaps: captives held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian detainees
- Gradual Israeli withdrawal from Gaza
- Disarmament of Hamas
- Formation of a transitional government led by an international body
Hamas's response
Hamas wasn't part of the negotiations led by Qatar and Egypt. Sources say the group finds the terms completely biased to Israel and impossible to meet, yet insiders suggest they will review the plan in good faith. 🤞
Mediators step up
Foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Egypt have praised the initiative. Türkiye's head of intelligence will join Qatari and Egyptian officials in Doha – will Hamas officials show up? 🔍
Humanitarian angle
UN relief chief Tom Fletcher hopes the plan could open new routes for life-saving aid to Gaza's two million residents. But bombardments persist, shelters are full and medical facilities struggle to stay open.
Residents like Salah Abu Amr, a 60-year-old father of six, say they want the war to end but also want Israeli forces to leave Gaza for good. The clock is ticking – will this chance for peace stick? ⏳
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Trump issues deadline on Gaza peace plan, Hamas under pressure
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