The group Hamas has given a partial nod to a 20-point peace plan offered by President Donald Trump. This move came on October 3, 2025, after a fierce conflict in the Gaza Strip that has lasted nearly two years. While Hamas agrees to some parts of the proposal, they say more talks are needed to iron out certain details.
Hamas confirmed its willingness to release all Israeli captives. This includes both those still alive and the remains of those who died during the fighting. They link this directly to an exchange deal laid out in Trump’s plan. However, they insist on immediate negotiations through mediators to sort out how these exchanges would actually work on the ground.
The group also accepted the idea of an independent body or a national unity government managing Gaza’s future. This new government would need support from Arab and Islamic nations. Yet, Hamas stressed that any decisions about Gaza’s future and the rights of Palestinians must follow national resolutions and international laws.
Still, Hamas drew a clear line on two key issues. They did not agree to disarm their fighters. They also rejected the idea of an international group, possibly led by former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, overseeing Gaza after the war. Experts believe these points will be major hurdles in any future discussions.
President Trump had earlier sent a stern message on Truth Social. He warned that if no deal was reached by Sunday, “hell like never before” would be unleashed on Hamas. The White House has since announced that the President will comment further on Hamas’s response to his peace offer.
Political experts who watch the Middle East see Hamas’s statement as a hopeful sign. Even with conditions attached, it opens a door for negotiations and shows the group is ready to find a way forward. As one analyst put it, “The ball is now in Trump’s court” to decide how to respond to this complex reply.