How Hamas was pressured into accepting Trump's peace plan

Hamas and Israel's Fragile Ceasefire

Hamas and Israel are currently negotiating the details of phase two of a peace plan, amidst a fragile ceasefire in Gaza.

A recent development has prompted questions about what led Hamas to accept the deal, which includes disarming, despite few concrete steps being taken to ensure Israel would end the war in Gaza.

Host Scott Tong discusses this issue with Jared Malsin, Middle East correspondent for The Wall Street Journal.

This conversation aired on October 15, 2025, and sheds light on the pressures that led to Hamas' acceptance of the plan.

Author's summary: Hamas accepts peace plan under pressure.

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WBUR WBUR — 2025-10-15

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