Trump says Hamas will be ‘eradicated' if group breaches Gaza deal - The Hindu
US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to the Palestinian group Hamas, declaring that if it breaches the terms of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, it will face eradication. The deal, brokered with Israel, includes provisions for disarmament, the return of hostages and restoration of humanitarian access. Trump stressed that the ball is now in Hamas’s court and described their current actions as “in violation of the agreement”. While he emphasised that the United States would not deploy ground troops, he made it clear that concerted international action would follow if Hamas fails to comply. The warning underlines ongoing pressure on Hamas to adhere strictly to the terms of the deal, or face significant consequences.
The Key points
- President Trump warned Hamas it will be “eradicated” if it breaches the Gaza ceasefire deal.
- The ceasefire agreement involves disarmament of Hamas and release of hostages.
- Trump stated the situation is “in the hands of others” but that violations will be addressed swiftly.
- The United States will not send troops on the ground, but will coordinate other entities to act.
- The warning follows reports that Hamas is already violating the agreement.
- The deal is part of a broader peace plan involving Israel and international partners.
- Trump asserted that Hamas committed to the deal, and now must behave accordingly.
- He indicated the timeframe for compliance is short: “very quickly” if the group fails to act.
- The policy underscores a more aggressive US posture toward Hamas’s future role in Gaza.
- The statement intensifies scrutiny on Hamas’s internal control, disarmament process and willingness to abide by the terms.
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