Tampa, Florida – On October 4, 2025, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) issued a direct ultimatum to Hamas, demanding an end to the killing of Gazan civilians and immediate disarmament. In a statement from CENTCOM headquarters, General Michael Kurilla warned that Hamas’s continued violence against its own people and refusal to lay down arms would not be tolerated, hinting at potential international military intervention. “Hamas must cease murdering Gazans and disarm now,” Kurilla declared, emphasizing that the U.S. military will not deploy to Gaza to dismantle the group, but “another army will” if the directive is ignored.

The message, part of broader U.S. efforts under President Donald Trump’s peace plan, underscores Washington’s frustration with Hamas’s internal purges and refusal to honor the ceasefire agreement. Kurilla’s words, delivered during a press briefing, align with recent reports of Hamas executing rivals in Gaza’s Sabra neighborhood, fueling fears of renewed instability. The U.S. has coordinated with Israel, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey to enforce the plan, which includes hostage releases and Gaza reconstruction, but Hamas’s non-compliance threatens collapse.