"But the deal that the US president struck with Netanyahu after Trump dithered for months, allowing Israel to continue its genocidal war with US weapons and unwavering political support is less a ceasefire proposal than an ultimatum for Hamas to surrender. After nearly two years of prolonging the war and obstructing ceasefire negotiations, Netanyahu got almost everything he wanted, thanks to Trump."
"The US plan calls on Hamas to lay down its weapons and release the Israeli hostages remaining in Gaza, but it allows Israeli troops to occupy parts of Gaza for the foreseeable future. It's close to the total victory over Hamas that Netanyahu has consistently promised the Israeli public, but failed to deliver on the battlefield. What if Hamas rejects this deal that was drafted without its input, or that of any other Palestinian faction?"
Donald Trump announced a 20-point plan that pressures Hamas to disarm and release remaining Israeli hostages while permitting Israeli troops to occupy parts of Gaza. The proposal functions as an ultimatum rather than a ceasefire and preserves Israeli military and political leverage. Benjamin Netanyahu secured near-total concessions after months of war and stalled negotiations, aided by continued US weapons and support. Trump warned Hamas it would face severe consequences if it rejected the plan, giving only a few days to respond. Hamas has historically rejected proposals requiring disarmament and exclusion from Gaza governance.
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