'Israel' must stop bombing Gaza now, Trump says after Hamas response

By Al Mayadeen English
Source: Al Mayadeen English
Today 01:22

Trump has called on "Israel" to cease its attacks on Gaza immediately after Hamas submitted its response to his proposal.

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President Donald Trump listens during a news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the State Dining Room of the White House, Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, in Washington (AP)

"Israel must immediately stop the bombing of Gaza," US President Donald Trump said in a post on his platform Truth Social, citing an opportunity to bring back Israeli captives "safely and quickly."

This comes after the Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas responded to Trump's Gaza plan, which the US President commended as a statement that shows the group's readiness for "lasting peace."

Based on the Statement just issued by Hamas, I believe they are ready for a lasting PEACE. Israel must immediately stop the bombing of Gaza, so that we can get the Hostages out safely and quickly! Right now, it’s far too dangerous to do that. We are already in discussions on… https://t.co/GHu9swRUK0
— Trump Truth Social Posts On X (@TrumpTruthOnX) October 3, 2025

Moreover, Trump confirmed that discussions on the contentious details are ongoing to be worked out. "This is not about Gaza alone, this is about long sought PEACE in the Middle East," he claimed.

Hamas responds to Trump plan

Hamas announced on Friday that it had delivered its official response to the Gaza plan proposed by US President Donald Trump, following extensive consultations with its leadership bodies, other Palestinian factions, and international mediators.

In its statement, Hamas said it appreciated Arab, Islamic, and international efforts, including those of President Trump, aimed at halting the war on Gaza, ensuring the entry of humanitarian aid, preventing the displacement of Palestinians, and rejecting the occupation of the Strip.

The movement declared its approval of a framework for a prisoner exchange deal, agreeing to release all Israeli captives, both living and deceased, in line with the formula proposed by Trump, once conditions on the ground permit the process. Hamas confirmed its readiness to immediately enter negotiations through mediators to finalize the details.

Hamas also reiterated its acceptance of handing over the administration of Gaza to a Palestinian technocratic authority made up of independents, based on national consensus and supported by Arab and Islamic backing.

The group emphasized that other aspects of Trump’s proposal concerning the long-term future of Gaza and the fundamental rights of the Palestinian people are issues that require a broader national decision.