Gaza City – July 9, 2025 — In a potentially major breakthrough toward ending months of conflict, Hamas has expressed satisfaction with reported U.S. guarantees that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will not resume military operations once the current ceasefire comes to an end, according to a diplomatic source cited in multiple regional media outlets.
The report, first published by Al-Quds newspaper and later echoed by several Middle Eastern news agencies, suggests that high-level negotiations involving Qatari, Egyptian, and U.S. intermediaries have yielded assurances to Hamas that Israel will not unilaterally restart hostilities in Gaza, provided that the ceasefire terms continue to be observed by all parties.
A senior Hamas official, speaking anonymously to Al-Quds, said the movement had received “sufficient and clear” American assurances that the IDF would not resume airstrikes or ground operations immediately after the truce expires. “If the occupation abides by the agreement, we will too,” the official was quoted as saying. “We are not interested in escalation for the sake of it.”
While Israeli officials have not publicly confirmed any such guarantees, diplomatic sources in Doha and Cairo suggest Washington has played an increasingly active behind-the-scenes role in preventing a return to full-scale war. U.S. officials have reportedly conveyed to Israeli leadership that a re-escalation would damage international diplomatic efforts and further isolate Tel Aviv on the global stage.
The current ceasefire, now in its third week, followed one of the deadliest periods of the conflict, with thousands of casualties on both sides and widespread destruction in the Gaza Strip. The truce has allowed for humanitarian aid to enter the enclave, the release of some hostages and prisoners, and the beginning of cautious talks on a broader resolution.
The Biden administration has been under growing pressure both domestically and internationally to ensure that the ceasefire holds. While Washington continues to affirm Israel’s right to self-defense, U.S. officials have been increasingly vocal in urging restraint and long-term de-escalation.
A State Department spokesperson declined to comment on the specifics of the reported guarantees, but reiterated that “the United States remains committed to a lasting peace and is working with all parties to ensure the ceasefire is respected and extended.”
Analysts view Hamas’s reported acceptance of the U.S. position as a potential turning point. “This is a significant signal,” said Middle East analyst Maha Ahmed. “If Hamas believes the U.S. is actively pressuring Israel not to resume the war, that could be the basis for a more stable ceasefire or even a longer-term truce.”
However, skepticism remains. Critics argue that previous ceasefire agreements have collapsed due to mutual distrust, shifting political calculations, and provocations on the ground. Meanwhile, some far-right Israeli ministers have warned against what they perceive as concessions to Hamas, suggesting any long-term peace will face stiff political opposition within Israel.
As talks continue, the coming days are expected to be crucial. Whether the reported U.S. guarantees translate into tangible steps toward peace—or merely delay another round of violence—remains to be seen. For now, residents in Gaza and southern Israel wait in cautious hope.