Uncertainty and Hope: Gaza Responds to Trump's Peace Plan and Hamas' Surprising Acceptance

Sat Oct 11 2025 05:56:53 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

In a shocking turn of events, Palestinians in Gaza respond to President Trump's peace proposal after Hamas offers a surprising acceptance, leaving the region in a mix of hope and skepticism about future peace.

After President Trump welcomed Hamas's response to his Gaza peace plan, reactions across the region range from cautious optimism to skepticism. Many Palestinians are uncertain about the implications of Hamas’s qualified acceptance of the proposal, which includes terms for the release of Israeli hostages. While some see a chance for a historic peace breakthrough, others fear a potential trap. With ongoing debates about the details of the plan, Gazans remain vigilant about their future as they await developments.

In a shocking turn of events, people in Gaza have reacted with surprise after US President Donald Trump appeared to welcome Hamas's response to his peace plan for the territory. Social media platforms flooded with messages from confused Palestinians asking, Has the war ended? and Is this a dream or reality? The swift developments have left many grappling with what the future holds.

The Hamas statement, which seemed crafted with mediators' assistance, offered a mixed message that included a qualified acceptance of certain terms from Trump's peace proposal. The group's stance indicated a willingness to release Israeli hostages and considered transferring power in Gaza to Palestinian technocrats but was less clear on the broader elements of Trump's 20-point plan.

Many interpret Hamas's response as a tactical move designed to shift the pressure onto Israel. Following this statement, Trump took to social media to express optimism that Hamas was ready for peace, urging Israel to halt its bombing of Gaza. This has spurred varied emotions among Palestinians, oscillating between hope and deep suspicion.

For some, this moment represents a possible historic opportunity to end two years of a devastating conflict. However, concerns linger that Hamas may have fallen into a trap where Israel could refuse to cease hostilities after retrieving its hostages. Activists in Gaza advise caution, reminding others that optimism should be tempered by the complexity of negotiations ahead.

Mahmoud Daher pointed out that Hamas's quick affirmative stance on the proposal was notable and deviated from their usual hesitant responses. The unusual directness sparked discussions on social media regarding whether the group's engagement with Trump was sincere or politically motivated.

Critics within Gaza, including longtime Hamas opponents, argue that the group's decision may be more about its survival than a genuine effort to prioritize the needs of the Palestinian people. As Palestinians await further developments, the uncertainty looms—casting doubt on whether these tentative agreements can pave the way for a genuine end to the fighting.