Trump warns Hamas: accept deal or face consequences

U.S. President Donald Trump in Maryland, U.S., September 7, 2025.
Reuters

U.S. President Donald Trump has delivered his “last warning” to Hamas, urging the group to accept a deal to release hostages from Gaza.

“The Israelis have accepted my terms. It is time for Hamas to accept as well,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social on Sunday. “I have warned Hamas about the consequences of not accepting. This is my last warning, there will not be another one!” He added: “Everyone wants the hostages home. Everyone wants this war to end.”

The remarks follow Trump’s statement on Friday that Washington was in “very deep” negotiations with Hamas. Speaking to reporters at the White House, he warned the situation would become “tough” and “nasty” if the hostages were not freed, but suggested Hamas was “asking for some things that are fine.”

Meanwhile, Israel said Sunday it is “seriously considering” U.S. President Donald Trump’s new proposal for a ceasefire and hostage swap.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office confirmed the discussions, while Israeli media reported the plan includes “fundamental changes” compared to earlier drafts.

According to Channel 12, the proposal would see all 48 Israeli hostages — including the deceased.

Hamas fighters abducted more than 250 hostages during their 7 October 2023 assault on Israel, which killed around 1,200 people, according to Israeli figures. About 50 hostages remain in Gaza, with roughly 20 believed to be alive.

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