Hamas Welcomes Trump's Call for Israel to Stop Gaza Bombardment as Peace Negotiations Loom

Oct 04, 2025 06:50 am CST

Hamas has responded positively to US President Donald Trump's demand for Israel to cease bombing operations in Gaza, calling the statement "encouraging" and expressing readiness for immediate negotiations on hostage releases and ending the conflict. Hamas spokesman Taher al-Nounou confirmed the group's willingness to discuss prisoner exchanges and Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza as part of potential peace talks.