President Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Hamas on Saturday, urging the Palestinian militant group to move swiftly on a peace plan with Israel or face the consequences.
Trump posted on his Truth Social account that “Hamas must move quickly, or else all bets will be off. I will not tolerate delay, which many think will happen, or any outcome where Gaza poses a threat again. Let’s get this done, FAST.”
The message comes amid ongoing tensions in the Gaza Strip, where Israeli strikes continue despite brief pauses, and the humanitarian situation remains critical. Trump emphasized that delay would not be tolerated and framed swift action as essential to regional stability.
The president also praised Israel for temporarily halting bombing operations to allow the peace plan and hostage release efforts to proceed. He said the pause was a necessary step to facilitate negotiations, even as reports indicated that attacks on Gaza continued overnight.
According to Gaza’s civil defense agency, Israeli airstrikes struck multiple locations in Gaza City, killing dozens of civilians despite the temporary pause announced by Israeli authorities. At least 57 people were reported killed since dawn, including 40 in Gaza City alone.
Trump’s warning came as his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and a senior U.S. envoy, Steve Witkoff, traveled to Egypt to finalize arrangements for the release of hostages. Their mission reflects the United States’ active involvement in mediating an end to the conflict.
A White House official confirmed that Kushner and Witkoff’s visit aims to address final details on the hostages’ release and to advance the peace deal pushed by the U.S. president to bring lasting stability to the region.
The Palestinian militant group indicated a willingness to engage, responding positively to the proposed plan and saying it is prepared to release hostages and negotiate further details. This marks a rare step toward diplomacy after two years of persistent conflict.
Trump has consistently positioned himself as an intermediary in the conflict, calling on both sides to act quickly while urging Israel to limit military operations. He stressed that Gaza must not be allowed to pose a future security threat.
Despite the U.S. president’s call, Israeli forces continued operations in Gaza, according to reports. Israeli officials said their military strikes are targeting Hamas infrastructure, even as international pressure mounts to reduce civilian casualties.
The situation has drawn global attention, with humanitarian agencies warning of worsening conditions in the densely populated enclave. Medical facilities are overwhelmed, and essential supplies such as food, water, and electricity remain scarce.
Trump’s message underscores his administration’s approach to crisis management in the region, blending direct public warnings with diplomatic engagement through envoys on the ground.
The proposed peace plan is seen as a critical opportunity to halt violence and secure the safe release of hostages, yet the fragile situation leaves little margin for error. Delays or missteps could escalate the conflict further.
Analysts say that Trump’s strong messaging reflects the urgency of the moment, as the U.S. seeks to assert influence over both the Palestinian and Israeli sides while ensuring that any agreement is implemented without obstruction.
The ongoing violence has highlighted the challenge of reconciling security needs with humanitarian concerns. Reports from Gaza indicate that civilians continue to bear the brunt of the conflict despite the temporary pause in military action.
As Kushner and Witkoff work in Egypt to finalize details, the world is watching closely. Trump’s warning serves as both a negotiation tactic and a statement of intent, signaling that the United States expects immediate cooperation from Hamas to achieve a durable peace.
The next few days are likely to be decisive. With hostages at stake and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, the urgency in Trump’s message reflects the high stakes of diplomacy in a conflict that has drawn global attention for its human and political toll.
