The United States has warned that Hamas is preparing an “imminent attack” on civilians in Gaza, calling it a potential “grave violation” of the current ceasefire.
Summary of the U.S. StatementAccording to a statement issued by the U.S. Department of State on October 18, 2025, Washington has credible intelligence indicating that Hamas is planning an assault against Palestinian civilians in Gaza. The U.S. said it has notified the guarantor nations of the Gaza ceasefire—Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey—about the reports and urged Hamas to comply with the truce conditions.
Officials warned that if Hamas proceeds, “measures will be taken to protect the people of Gaza and preserve the integrity of the ceasefire.” The statement did not clarify what those measures would entail or specify the nature, timing, or location of the alleged planned attack.
Context and ResponseThe ceasefire, brokered by President Donald Trump earlier this month, ended two years of warfare between Israel and Hamas. It included provisions for hostage releases, prisoner exchanges, and humanitarian aid deliveries. As of this week, all living hostages have reportedly been released, and several deceased hostages’ remains have been returned to Israel.
Recent reports, including videos obtained by international media, show Hamas fighters allegedly executing Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel. Analysts believe these internal crackdowns could be related to the U.S. warning, though Hamas has not yet responded publicly to the allegations.
President Trump commented on social media that if Hamas continues to kill civilians, “we will have no choice but to go in and kill them,” though he later clarified that he would not deploy U.S. troops to Gaza.
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