What’s up, folks? 🤙 Hamas just dropped a major update on President Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan: it needs "substantial amendments and clarifications." Basically, they want the document to go back to the drawing board on key issues. Here’s why:
- End of War & Hostilities 🔚
They’re asking for a clear, complete halt to fighting – backed by international guarantees to keep the peace. - Israeli Withdrawal Timeline 🚶♂️
Hamas wants a step-by-step schedule for Israel to pull out of Gaza, so there’s no room for backtracking once hostages are released. - Weapons & Resistance 🎯
Disarming the resistance isn’t negotiable. For Hamas, their arsenal is an “existential issue” – meaning it’s tied to their very survival. - Hostage Swap Link 🔄
Any deal on Israeli captives should be directly tied to the withdrawal process, preventing any delays after hostages come home. - Palestinian-Led Reconstruction 🏗️
Instead of an international council, Gaza’s rebuild should be managed by a Palestinian body – giving locals real control over their future.
Insiders say the latest draft is a totally different beast compared to the one Trump showed Arab and Islamic leaders last month. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu apparently tweaked big chunks, adding more “serious risks” than benefits.
Palestinian analyst Hani al-Masri warns the plan could end up giving Israel "immediate gains" while Palestinians get vague promises – basically paving the way for “prolonged occupation” or even turning Gaza into an international protectorate.
At the end of the day, Hamas isn’t flat-out rejecting the idea of peace, but they’re drawing firm lines: clear war-ending moves, solid withdrawal dates, and Palestinian-led governance. No take-backsies! ✌️
Stay tuned for more updates as the story unfolds! 🔍
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Hamas says Trump's Gaza peace plan needs 'substantial amendments'
cgtn.com
