Hamas has agreed to release all Israeli hostages taken during its attack on October 7, but stated that the remainder of President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan will require further negotiations. This announcement is seen as a positive development, yet it raises concerns about whether it will be enough to halt ongoing hostilities. The statement did not address Trump’s demand for Hamas to disarm.

In its announcement, Hamas stated, "We agree to release all Israeli prisoners — both living and deceased — in accordance with the exchange formula outlined in President Trump’s proposal, and contingent upon the necessary field conditions for carrying out the exchange." The group emphasized that the hostages must be released in a way that ensures the end of the war and a complete withdrawal from the Gaza Strip. This condition has led to skepticism in Israel regarding Hamas's commitment to the plan.

Additionally, Hamas expressed its willingness to transfer control of the Gaza Strip to a Palestinian body made up of independent technocrats. The group noted that other aspects of Trump’s 20-point plan would require a unified Palestinian stance and should be addressed in accordance with relevant international laws and resolutions.

The White House and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office did not respond to requests for comments on the matter. Trump had previously warned Hamas that it had until 6 p.m. on Sunday to accept his proposal, stating, "Otherwise, all HELL, like no one has ever seen before, will break out against Hamas."

This marks the first instance in which Hamas has indicated a willingness to release all hostages. Other elements of Trump’s plan, including discussions about Gaza’s future and the fundamental rights of the Palestinian people, will be subject to a national debate involving Hamas.

During a joint news conference at the White House, Trump and Netanyahu presented the plan aimed at resolving the two-year conflict. They cautioned that if Hamas rejected the proposal, Israel would have the full support of the U.S. to take military action against the group, which is classified as a terrorist organization by both the U.S. and the European Union.

The plan reiterates demands for Hamas to surrender remaining hostages and disarm. However, it introduces new elements, such as offering amnesty to any operative who relinquishes their weapons and commits to peaceful coexistence. The proposal also moves away from Trump’s earlier suggestion of forcibly relocating Gazans and includes commitments for increased aid and international support to rebuild the war-affected region.