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Summary: Israeli airstrikes and ground operations continue across Gaza City. Meanwhile, Hamas delivered its response to mediators regarding U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point ceasefire plan. The deadline for acceptance is Sunday evening, and the humanitarian crisis keeps worsening.
On the Ground
- Since early morning, Israeli strikes killed at least 72 Palestinians, including 42 in Gaza City. Local medical workers confirmed the numbers and described entire residential blocks collapsing under bombardment.
- The Israeli army issued final evacuation warnings and told civilians to leave or face direct danger. As a result, thousands of families fled south under heavy fire.
Trump’s Peace Plan
- President Trump presented a 20-point plan that demands Hamas to disarm, release hostages, and step aside from governing Gaza.
- In exchange, Israel promises to release Palestinian prisoners, stop major military operations, and begin a phased withdrawal of troops.
- Trump also set a strict deadline: Sunday 6 p.m. Washington D.C. time. He warned that Hamas will face “devastating consequences” if it refuses.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed conditional support, stressing that Israel needs strong security guarantees.
Hamas’s Reaction
- Hamas leaders delivered their written response to mediators on Friday. However, they have not disclosed the full details.
- Internal divisions quickly appeared. The military wing rejected Trump’s plan outright, describing it as a threat to Hamas’s survival. At the same time, the political wing signaled interest in negotiation, asking for changes and safeguards.
- Regional actors, especially Egypt, urged Hamas to accept the plan and start disarming, arguing that peace could open the door for rebuilding Gaza.
Humanitarian Situation
- Gaza’s hospitals struggle with severe shortages of fuel, medicine, and staff. Doctors now operate under blackout conditions.
- Thousands of displaced civilians remain trapped inside dangerous zones, and aid convoys cannot safely reach many areas. Consequently, international organizations warn of an unfolding humanitarian disaster.
What to Watch
- Whether Hamas accepts or rejects the plan by Sunday’s deadline.
- If Hamas refuses, Israel may escalate its military response dramatically.
- International reactions from the UN, EU, and Arab states could shape the next steps.
- Civilian safety and aid delivery will remain the key humanitarian test.
