Former President Donald Trump stated on May 11, 2026, that the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas is 'on life support' as talks in Cairo have stalled. The deal, brokered in January 2025, had held for several months but has faced increasing violations.
According to reports from Reuters and the Associated Press, both sides have accused each other of breaking the terms. Israel has resumed limited airstrikes in response to rocket fire from Gaza, while Hamas claims Israel has not allowed sufficient humanitarian aid into the territory.
Trump, speaking at a rally in Michigan, said, 'The ceasefire is on life support. It's dying. And if it dies, there will be hell to pay.' He did not provide specific policy proposals but urged both parties to return to negotiations.
The United Nations and Egypt have called for an emergency meeting to salvage the truce. No new talks have been scheduled as of May 12, 2026.
