Overview

• Trump’s ultimatum gives Hamas until Sunday at 6 p.m. Washington time to accept a 20-point plan linking a ceasefire, full hostage release, Hamas disarmament and exit from governance, and a staged Israeli pullback.
• Israel has endorsed the proposal and Qatar and Egypt are relaying terms to Hamas, which says releasing all 48 hostages within 72 hours is likely unworkable and favors a phased approach.
• Some outlets report Hamas signaled acceptance of certain elements, including relinquishing power and releasing hostages, though the group says consultations continue and key points remain disputed.
• The plan envisions an internationally overseen transitional administration for Gaza, with figures such as Tony Blair involved and a proposed “Board of Peace” chaired by Trump, plus expanded humanitarian aid access.
• Hostage-prisoner terms reported by multiple outlets include releasing all hostages—about 20 believed alive—in exchange for 250 Palestinians serving life sentences and 1,700 detainees, alongside a temporary freeze in military operations.