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President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Israel has agreed to the conditions for a proposed 60-day ceasefire with Hamas, marking a significant step toward ending the nearly nine-month conflict that has devastated Gaza and left tens of thousands dead.
“My Representatives had a long and productive meeting with the Israelis today on Gaza. Israel has agreed to the necessary conditions to finalize the 60 Day CEASEFIRE, during which time we will work with all parties to end the War,” Trump posted on Truth Social.
Trump said the final proposal will be delivered by Qatari and Egyptian intermediaries, who have been heavily involved in brokering negotiations between Israel and Hamas since the start of the war.
“I hope, for the good of the Middle East, that Hamas takes this Deal, because it will not get better — IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE,” Trump wrote.
Neither the Israeli Embassy in Washington nor Hamas officials have publicly confirmed the agreement as of Tuesday afternoon. A spokesperson for the Israeli government declined to comment, while Hamas has yet to respond to Trump’s announcement.
Ceasefire Details and Diplomatic Efforts
The proposed 60-day ceasefire would include a suspension of Israeli military operations in Gaza and is expected to open the door for the release of remaining hostages, increased humanitarian aid deliveries, and progress toward a longer-term peace agreement.
Trump’s statement comes days ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the White House, scheduled for Monday, signaling that direct talks may resume at the highest level.
Trump had hinted at the agreement on Friday, telling reporters, “We’re working on Gaza and trying to get it taken care of.”
The announcement follows a breakdown of a previous ceasefire in March, when Israel resumed airstrikes after accusing Hamas of violating the terms. Since then, the situation has sharply deteriorated, with Gaza experiencing widespread displacement, famine conditions, and near-total collapse of health infrastructure.
War Toll and Hostage Crisis
The conflict began with Hamas’ October 7, 2023 attacks, which killed more than 1,200 people in Israel and led to the abduction of 251 hostages, according to Israeli officials.
Roughly 50 hostages remain in Gaza, though 28 are believed to be dead, complicating negotiations around a potential prisoner swap.
On the Palestinian side, Israeli strikes have killed more than 56,000 people, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, a toll that includes both civilians and combatants. Over a million people have been displaced, and access to food, water, medical care and electricity remains critically limited.
Outlook and Political Stakes
The announcement positions Trump at the center of a potential diplomatic breakthrough amid international criticism of the war and rising domestic pressure over the humanitarian fallout.
Still, questions remain over whether Hamas will agree to the deal, and whether both sides are willing to commit to broader terms of peace during the 60-day pause.
Analysts warn that while a ceasefire would provide critical relief for civilians, lasting peace remains uncertain without guarantees around future governance in Gaza, reconstruction efforts, and security arrangements.
“The ceasefire is a lifeline for civilians — but only if it leads to a durable political process,” said Khaled Elgindy, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute. “Otherwise, it risks becoming just another pause before more bloodshed.”
With Netanyahu en route to Washington and pressure mounting on all sides, the coming days may prove decisive in shaping the future of the Israel-Hamas war.
