Hezbollah's Critique of Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Plan

Naim Qassem, the head of Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah, has expressed strong opposition to U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed ceasefire plan for Gaza, labeling it as "full of dangers." In a recent speech, Qassem accused Israel of using the plan to achieve objectives it could not fulfill through military means during the ongoing conflict. He described the proposal as an Israeli project aimed at political gains following military failures, asserting that it seeks to absolve Israel of its alleged war crimes in Gaza.

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Qassem emphasized that the ultimate decision regarding the plan lies with Hamas and other Palestinian factions, stating, "the Palestinian resistance, Hamas, and all the factions are the ones discussing and deciding what they see fit." He warned that the so-called "Greater Israel project," which envisions expanded Israeli borders, poses a threat to all in the region and must be confronted collectively.

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Hamas has shown a mixed response to Trump's 20-point ceasefire plan, initially welcoming some aspects while rejecting claims that it would surrender its weapons. The group stated that it is willing to enter negotiations and has agreed to transfer the administration of Gaza to a Palestinian body of technocrats. However, it firmly denied reports suggesting an agreement to disarm under international supervision, calling such claims "baseless."

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Hamas's leadership indicated readiness for peace negotiations, with its delegation arriving in Egypt for discussions. Trump's plan includes demands for the release of hostages held in Gaza and a staged Israeli withdrawal from the territory, which has been met with skepticism by various Palestinian factions.

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International reactions to Hamas's response have varied. While some countries, including Qatar and Turkey, welcomed the group's willingness to engage in negotiations, critics have condemned Trump's plan as biased and detrimental to Palestinian rights. Figures from Palestinian resistance factions have characterized the proposal as a tool for war rather than a genuine peace initiative.

Resistance groups hail Hamas’s ‘realistic’ stance, blast Trump’s biased ceasefire plan

Human rights organizations have also criticized the plan, arguing that it focuses more on disarming Gaza than on ensuring civilian safety. The ongoing Israeli bombardment of Gaza continues despite calls for a ceasefire, with reports indicating significant casualties.

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There are conflicting reports regarding the effectiveness of Trump's ceasefire plan. While some sources indicate that Hamas has agreed to certain terms, others highlight the group's rejection of disarmament. Additionally, the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire, with ongoing Israeli airstrikes despite international calls for restraint.

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• “In fact, this plan is a plan full of dangers,” — Naim Qassem, Head of Hezbollah

Times of Israel

• “What will we then obtain following all these arduous battles?” — Naim Qassem, Head of Hezbollah

Trump’s Gaza plan aimed at exonerating Israel for war crimes, says Hezbollah chief

• “Hamas must move quickly, or else all bets will be off. I will not tolerate delay,” — Donald Trump, U.S. President

The New Arab

• “These talks have been very successful, and proceeding rapidly,” — Donald Trump, U.S. President

Hamas denies any agreement to surrender its weapons

The situation in Gaza remains fluid, with ongoing negotiations and military actions continuing to shape the landscape of the conflict.

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