Pressure Mounts on All Sides as Gaza Peace Deal Enters Final Phase

The pressure is immense on all parties involved as a potential Gaza peace deal enters its final, high-stakes phase. With the agreement declared “90 per cent done,” Hamas, Israel, and US negotiators face the intense challenge of successfully navigating the last logistical and political hurdles.
For Hamas, the pressure is existential. The group has “basically” agreed to President Trump’s proposal, which includes releasing hostages and discussing a post-war Gaza. However, this comes with a threat of “complete obliteration” if they fail to comply, forcing them into a corner where cooperation may be the only path to survival.
For Israel, the pressure is to bring its hostages home safely. The deal, which requires a military pullback to the “yellow line,” involves a calculated risk. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s alleged support, as claimed by Trump, suggests a willingness to take this risk for the primary goal of recovering the captives.
For the United States, the pressure is to close the deal and claim a major foreign policy victory. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s confident announcement reflects the administration’s investment in the process. They must now guide the technical talks to a successful conclusion to validate their diplomatic efforts.
With the world watching, these final negotiations over the “logistical piece” are a crucible. The ability of each side to manage the immense pressure and follow through on their commitments will determine whether this two-year war finally comes to an end.