Trump’s Ultimatum: Hamas Given Sunday Deadline to Accept Gaza Peace Deal

US President Donald Trump has issued Hamas a firm ultimatum: accept a US-brokered peace plan for Gaza by Sunday evening or face consequences. The plan, agreed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calls for an immediate ceasefire, the release of 20 living Israeli hostages within 72 hours, and the return of the remains of others in exchange for hundreds of detained Palestinians. Arab and Turkish mediators, including Egypt, Qatar, and Turkiye, are urging Hamas to accept the deal. But senior Hamas officials have hinted at rejection, saying the plan heavily favors Israel. Egypt’s foreign minister has warned of escalation if Hamas turns it down, while Palestinians inside Gaza say they want the war to end but seek guarantees for a permanent ceasefire and the right to return to their homes. We break down Trump’s ultimatum, Hamas’s response, and what this means for the future of Gaza and the nearly two-year war.