Trump Suggests Potential Temporary Security mandate for Hamas in Gaza Following Agreement
WASHINGTON D.C. – Former President Donald Trump indicated on October 13, 2025, that a temporary security mandate for Hamas in the Gaza strip could be a component of a broader agreement following the recent hostage release and pause in fighting between Israel and Hamas. The suggestion, made during a campaign rally in Florida, represents a significant departure from his management’s previous policies toward the Palestinian militant group.
The potential for a Hamas-led security role, even temporarily, is emerging as the first phase of a complex post-conflict scenario. The agreement brokered by qatar, Egypt, and the United States facilitated the release of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for a limited ceasefire and the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.This advancement impacts the approximately 2.3 million Palestinians residing in Gaza,the ongoing security concerns for Israel,and the broader geopolitical landscape of the Middle East,with the possibility of reshaping long-term stability in the region.
Trump framed his comments as a pragmatic approach to maintaining order during a transition period. “you have to see it, you have to be realistic,” he stated. “Right now, they’re the only ones who know where everything is, who controls what. So, you might have to let them handle security for a short time, just to get things sorted out.” He did not elaborate on the duration of such a mandate or the conditions under which it would be implemented.
The current agreement, announced on October 12, 2025, involves the release of 50 hostages held in Gaza – women and children – over a four-day period, in exchange for the release of 150 Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails. The pause in fighting offers a critical window for humanitarian aid to reach Gaza, which has faced severe shortages of food, water, and medical supplies since the escalation of conflict on October 7, 2025.
Trump’s previous administration designated Hamas as a terrorist institution and actively worked to isolate the group. His current suggestion signals a potential shift in strategy, prioritizing immediate stability over long-held ideological positions. The former president’s comments come amid ongoing international efforts to negotiate a more durable ceasefire and establish a framework for a lasting peace agreement between Israel and the Palestinians.