Trump’s Ultimatum to Hamas: Cede Power or Face ‘Complete Obliteration’

As a peace deal for Gaza inches closer to reality, US President Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to Hamas: relinquish control of the territory or face “complete obliteration.” This powerful warning accompanies a diplomatic proposal that Trump has hailed as a “great deal for Israel.”
The threat underscores the seriousness of the US commitment to enforcing the terms of the agreement, which Secretary of State Marco Rubio describes as “90 per cent done.” The deal, which Hamas has reportedly accepted in principle, is designed to end the two-year war and secure the release of all Israeli hostages.
The framework calls for a significant Israeli military withdrawal to the “yellow line,” their position as of mid-August, in return for the hostages. According to Rubio, the final logistical details of this exchange are currently being ironed out in technical discussions.
While the primary focus is on the immediate crisis, the deal also forces Hamas to confront its future role in Gaza. Rubio confirmed that the group has agreed in “generalities” to discuss a post-war plan, but Trump’s ultimatum makes it clear that their continued rule is not an option in the long term.
With the alleged backing of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the US is presenting a united front. The coming days will determine if Hamas chooses the path of negotiation and survival or defies the ultimatum and risks the severe consequences articulated by President Trump.