Overview

• Hamas told mediators it needs additional time to study the 20‑point proposal, with internal splits reported over disarmament and possible expulsions.
• President Trump moved from an initial three‑to‑four‑day window to a final cutoff on Sunday at 6 p.m. Washington time, calling it a last chance and warning of severe consequences if rejected.
• The U.S. plan, publicly backed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, ties a ceasefire and the release of hostages within 72 hours to Hamas disarmament, a phased Israeli withdrawal, and a U.S.-chaired transitional authority.
• Israeli operations continue across Gaza with heavy strikes and territorial advances, as OCHA reports about 82% of the Strip under Israeli control and NGOs including the ICRC and MSF suspend activities.
• Regional actors intensify pressure, with Egypt’s foreign minister declaring Hamas has no future role in Gaza and France’s foreign minister urging acceptance, while Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey push for at least a conditional reply.