Hamas agrees to release all Israeli hostages outlined in Trump Gaza peace deal

"Based on the Statement just issued by Hamas, I believe they are ready for a lasting PEACE," Trump wrote on Truth Social. "Israel must immediately stop the bombing of Gaza, so that we can get the Hostages out safely and quickly! Right now, it's far too dangerous to do that. We are already in discussions on details to be worked out. This is not about Gaza alone, this is about long sought PEACE in the Middle East."

Hamas said in the statement it held in-depth consultations within its leadership institutions, extensive consultations with Palestinian forces and factions, and consultations with mediators and friends to reach a "responsible position" regarding Trump's plan.

Leaders said they appreciated the president's efforts to end the war and agreed to hand over the administration of the Gaza Strip to a Palestinian body of independents.

The broader issues in Trump's Gaza proposal, including the future of Gaza and Palestinian rights, will be addressed within a unified Palestinian national framework, with Hamas participating responsibly in the process, according to the statement.

Though Hamas agreed to return all 46 hostages, its statement did not address the disarmament.

Israel has not yet publicly commented on the announcement.

Militants killed about 1,200 people, most of whom were civilians, and abducted roughly 250 others.

The White House did not immediately provide comment, though press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared a photo to X of Trump in the Oval Office, noting he will respond to Hamas' acceptance of his peace plan.

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