Hamas Faces “Complete Obliteration” Ultimatum from Trump in Peace Push

As a deal to end the Gaza war moves closer to reality, President Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to Hamas: give up power or face “complete obliteration.” This warning comes as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that a framework for peace, which Trump calls “great for Israel,” is “90 per cent done.”
The proposed agreement, which Hamas has “basically” accepted, requires the militant group to release all Israeli hostages. In return, Israel will withdraw its troops to the “yellow line,” its position in mid-August. This exchange is the immediate focus of ongoing technical talks.
The deal also sketches out a path for the future. According to Rubio, Hamas has agreed “in principle” to participate in shaping Gaza’s post-war landscape. This opens a critical dialogue about long-term governance and stability, a key component of the broader US vision for the region.
Trump’s tough rhetoric underscores the pressure being applied to ensure the deal’s success. His threat is coupled with diplomatic assurances, including his confirmation that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is “on board” with ending the bombing and supporting the American-led plan.
The final stage of the negotiations centers on logistics. Rubio stated that these talks will quickly determine if Hamas is serious about its commitments. The world now watches to see if Trump’s combination of diplomatic incentives and military threats will bring an end to the two-year war.