US President Donald Trump stated that Hamas's refusal to agree to a Gaza truce stems from its fear of consequences following the release of the last Israeli captives. He indicated that the US and Israel are focused on a short-term truce aimed at facilitating hostage recovery but are not ready to guarantee a lasting peace. Trump blamed Hamas for the failure of ceasefire talks and presented a bleak view of the group’s intentions. Meanwhile, Hamas claimed to have shown commitment to negotiations, contrary to the US's and Israel’s accusations of its lack of willingness to reach a deal.
President Donald Trump suggested Hamas is rejecting a Gaza truce deal because it fears consequences after the release of the last Israeli captives. He emphasized that Hamas is unwilling to negotiate and implied a short-term truce is the current focus, highlighting the group’s unwillingness to agree due to fears of what follows.
Trump specifically stated, "We're down to the final hostages, and they know what happens after you get the final hostages... they really didn't want to make a deal." This reflects his view that Hamas is primarily responsible for the failure of ceasefire negotiations.
According to Trump's Middle East envoy, Washington was reducing its role in the negotiations, stating, "Hamas is showing a lack of desire to reach a ceasefire." This sentiment indicates a diminishing engagement from the US regarding the negotiations.
Hamas expressed confusion over the US's stance, claiming it has been constructively engaging in negotiations. It insisted that it seeks a permanent ceasefire despite contrasting views from Israel, which plans to resume fighting post-captives' release.
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