Trump Pushes Gaza Peace Plan Phase Two with 'Hell to Pay' Warning to Hamas
Donald Trump urges a rapid move to Phase Two of the Gaza peace plan, warning Hamas of 'hell to pay' without disarmament. Talks with Netanyahu also touched on Iran and Syria.
There'll be "hell to pay" if Hamas doesn't disarm quickly. Donald Trump issued this blunt ultimatum during high-stakes talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida.
Trump Gaza Peace Plan Phase Two: Rapid Transition and Disarmament
President Trump expressed his desire to reach phase two of the Gaza peace plan "very quickly" following their meeting on Monday. According to Reuters, Trump praised Israel for living up to the plan 100%, even as military operations continue. The president emphasized that reconstruction in Gaza could begin "pretty soon," provided that Hamas adheres to the agreed-upon disarmament timeline.
- Establishment of a technocratic government in Gaza.
- Full disarmament of Hamas militants.
- Withdrawal of Israeli troops from the territory.
Stalled Progress and Mounting Casualties
Despite the rhetoric, the path forward remains thorny. Critics argue that Netanyahu may be delaying the withdrawal of troops until disarmament is fully verified. Meanwhile, Hamas insists that disarmament must happen alongside a clear roadmap to an independent Palestinian state. The human cost remains high: since the ceasefire began in October, at least 414 Palestinians and 3 Israeli soldiers have been killed, with both sides trading accusations of ceasefire violations.
Eyes on Iran and Syria
Trump's warnings extended beyond Gaza. He stated the US is prepared to "eradicate" any buildup of Iran's nuclear facilities if they resume development. Addressing the situation in Syria, he encouraged Israel to find common ground with President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Though he called Sharaa a "tough cookie," Trump noted the Syrian leader is working hard, following the lifting of US sanctions in June.
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