US President Donald Trump says Hamas has “three or four days” to respond to a comprehensive Gaza peace Plan initiative backed by Israel, Arab, and Muslim nations, aiming for immediate end to hostilities and hostage release.
Trump Sets Deadline for Hamas on Gaza Peace Proposal
Washington, September 30, 2025 – US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Hamas has “about three or four days” to respond to the newly unveiled Gaza peace plan, signaling urgency in resolving the ongoing conflict.
Speaking to reporters, Trump emphasized that Israel, Arab nations, and other Muslim countries have already signed on to the initiative. “All of the Arab countries are signed up. The Muslim countries are all signed up. Israel is all signed up. We’re just waiting for Hamas,” he said. He added that the outcome depends entirely on the militant group, hinting at a “very sad end” if they fail to comply.
Key Highlights of the Gaza Peace Initiative
The comprehensive plan, announced earlier this week, aims to bring an immediate halt to the violence in Gaza. According to Trump:
- If Hamas accepts the proposal, all remaining hostages are to be released within 72 hours.
- The plan calls for demilitarization of Gaza, including dismantling Hamas’s military capabilities and destroying terror infrastructure such as tunnels, weapons, and production facilities.
- Arab and Muslim nations have pledged support in writing, marking an unprecedented regional alignment.
“It’s like an impossible thing that has never been done before. This is more than Gaza,” Trump said, underlining the plan’s historic significance.
Trump’s Stance on Hamas Rejection
When asked about a potential rejection of the plan, Trump remained firm yet pointed to the heavy toll already inflicted on Hamas since the October 7 attacks. “I will let them go and do what they have to do. They can do it pretty easily. We’ve killed about 25,000 Hamas. Certainly, they paid a big price,” he stated. He added that the current Hamas leadership is a “whole new group,” having been eliminated three different times in prior military operations.
Vision for Peace in the Middle East
Trump expressed cautious optimism that the plan could pave the way for lasting peace in the region. “We hope that they’re [Hamas] going to have a nice, calm life. Maybe it won’t happen, but if it does, it will be one of the greatest things ever to happen. We’ll have actual peace in the Middle East,” he said.
Summary
President Trump has set a tight deadline for Hamas to accept the Gaza peace initiative, which already has broad regional backing. The proposal promises immediate hostage release, demilitarization, and the dismantling of terror infrastructure in Gaza. While the plan has been hailed as historic, the next few days will be crucial in determining whether it can succeed in ending years of conflict in the region.