Gaza: The United States has warned that it has received credible reports suggesting Hamas is planning an attack on civilians in the Gaza Strip, in what Washington described as a potential grave violation of the ongoing ceasefire agreement.

In a statement released from West Palm Beach, Florida, the United States Department of State said it was closely monitoring the situation and would take appropriate measures to protect civilians and preserve the integrity of the fragile truce that ended two years of devastating conflict.

The warning comes amid rising tension in Gaza, where humanitarian efforts have struggled to gain momentum despite the ceasefire. The United States military command earlier urged Hamas to halt any violent activity and move toward disarmament, as outlined in the second phase of the truce.

Reports from Reuters and AP suggest that no specific details have been made public about the alleged plot, including its timing or targets, but officials in Washington stressed that any attack would undermine ongoing peace efforts and could trigger further instability in the region.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel remains committed to the ceasefire but will not tolerate renewed aggression from Hamas. Meanwhile, the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt remains closed, delaying critical aid deliveries and complicating reconstruction efforts.

Hamas has not officially responded to the United States claim. However, local sources in Gaza said the group has intensified internal security measures, reportedly targeting suspected collaborators, a move that has raised concerns among mediators about the group’s commitment to peace.

For ordinary Gazans, the warning adds a layer of uncertainty to an already fragile existence. Many civilians continue to live amid shortages of food, water and electricity, with the hope that the ceasefire might finally bring relief after years of suffering.

The United States warning underscores the precarious balance in Gaza’s recovery and signals Washington’s growing readiness to intervene diplomatically or otherwise to prevent a collapse of the ceasefire. Whether the alleged plot materializes or not, the coming days could determine whether the fragile peace holds or slips back into chaos.