The Islamic Resistance Movement Hamas issued an official statement announcing its response to US President Donald Trump’s 20-point ceasefire proposal, which addressed ending Israel’s genocide in the Gaza Strip, exchanging prisoners, bringing in humanitarian aid, and future arrangements related to the administration of the Strip.
Hamas responds to Trump plan
Hamas explained that it had conducted extensive consultations within its leadership institutions, with Palestinian forces and factions, as well as with mediators and regional and international parties, in order to arrive at a responsible position that reflects the Palestinian national interest.
In its response, Hamas expressed its appreciation for Arab, Islamic and international efforts, including the US president’s initiative, aimed at stopping the aggression against Gaza and rejecting the displacement of the population or the imposition of occupation on the Strip.
As ABC News reported, Hamas said:
More negotiations will need to take place to finalize the deal.
Hamas confirmed its agreement to implement an exchange deal that includes the release of all prisoners of the occupation, both living and dead, in accordance with the formula contained in the US proposal – and its readiness to begin urgent negotiations through mediators to discuss the details. However, this is dependent on Israel fully withdrawing from Gaza.
In the same context, Hamas renewed its agreement to hand over the administration of the Gaza Strip to a Palestinian body of independents (technocrats) to be formed on the basis of national consensus, with Arab and Islamic guarantees and support:
BREAKING: Hamas statement in response to Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza:
We appreciate President Trump’s efforts to bring an end to the war
— Barak Ravid (@BarakRavid) October 3, 2025
As for other issues related to the future of the Gaza Strip and the fundamental rights of the Palestinian people, Hamas stressed that they will be discussed within a comprehensive Palestinian national framework, including various forces, based on relevant international laws and resolutions, affirming its commitment to national principles and rights.
This position comes amid the continuing Israeli genocide in Gaza, which has claimed thousands of civilian casualties, and amid growing international calls for a ceasefire and a settlement that would put an end to the worsening humanitarian and political crisis in the Strip.
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By Alaa Shamali
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