U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday warned Hamas that it must accept his proposed Gaza peace deal by 6 p.m. Eastern time on Sunday or face escalated attacks.

On social media, Trump declared: “Every Country has signed on! If this LAST CHANCE agreement is not reached, all HELL, like no one has ever seen before, will break out against Hamas.” He added, “THERE WILL BE PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST ONE WAY OR THE OTHER.”

Gaza peace plan with Netanyahu

The proposal, unveiled earlier this week alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, would place Gaza under a temporary governing committee led by Trump himself. Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair would also participate.

Unlike earlier floated options, civilians would not need to evacuate. Hamas would be required to disarm and release remaining hostages, while surviving fighters would be allowed to leave. Hamas said on Tuesday it would study the plan.

$7.6 billion clean energy projects cancelled

The Trump administration has announced the cancellation of $7.6 billion in grants that supported 223 clean energy projects across 16 states that voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in last year’s presidential election.

The Department of Energy said on Thursday that the projects were terminated after review, as they did not sufficiently advance national energy needs or were not economically viable. Funding had come from the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, and other bureaus.

The cuts are expected to hit battery plants, hydrogen technology, electric grid upgrades and carbon-capture efforts, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council.

Chicago transit project blocked

White House budget director Russ Vought confirmed on Friday that $2.1 billion for extending Chicago’s Red Line train has been withheld. He wrote online that the money was “put on hold to ensure funding is not flowing via race-based contracting.”

Illinois Democrat Mike Quigley condemned the decision, saying: “This was our prized baby and they know it. This was the most important new transit project in Chicago in 50 years.” He added, “Trump won some areas of Chicago. There are Republicans living here too. He’s punishing everybody – Democrats, Republicans – just because they don’t care.”

Quigley also criticised tougher immigration enforcement in the city, saying: “This is literally a war on United States cities. I’ve been to food pantries, shelters, doctor’s offices, health clinics. People with brown skin are afraid to show up in public.”

Carney to meet Trump

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit Washington next week to meet Trump at the White House. His office confirmed he will travel on Monday before meeting Trump in the Oval Office on Tuesday.

The visit comes ahead of a review of the free trade agreement, as Canada seeks inclusion in Trump’s proposed Golden Dome missile defence programme.

Carney, who won elections earlier this year following Trump’s annexation threats and trade war, has sought to improve relations. More than 75% of Canada’s exports go to the U.S., and Canada has dropped many retaliatory tariffs in line with exemptions under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

Supreme Court to review Hawaii gun law

The Supreme Court said on Friday it will consider overturning Hawaii’s law restricting where guns can be carried.

The Trump administration urged the justices to act, arguing the law conflicts with a 2022 ruling that upheld the right to carry firearms in public under the Second Amendment.

Hawaii’s law bans guns on private property unless owners permit it, and in places such as beaches, parks, bars and restaurants serving alcohol.

State attorneys said they have already eased concealed-carry rules in line with the 2022 decision, while ensuring public safety. A judge initially blocked the law, but the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals later allowed enforcement.

Shutdown and Project 2025

The federal government entered shutdown on Wednesday as Democrats held firm on healthcare subsidies, which Republicans dismissed for later talks.

Trump has used the shutdown to push mass job cuts and “irreversible” programme reductions, openly embracing Project 2025 – a conservative blueprint for government overhaul drafted by allies and former officials.

On Thursday, Trump wrote on Truth Social: “Russ Vought, he of PROJECT 2025 Fame, to determine which of the many Democrat Agencies, most of which are a political SCAM, he recommends to be cut, and whether or not those cuts will be temporary or permanent.”

This marks a reversal for Trump, who distanced himself from Project 2025 during the 2024 presidential campaign.

Vought had earlier announced an $18 billion pause for New York infrastructure funding, including a new rail tunnel under the Hudson River.

Nobel Peace Prize spotlight

Trump’s push for a Nobel Peace Prize has drawn fresh scrutiny. Despite nominations, experts said his chances remain slim, citing the Nobel Committee’s preference for durable peace and global fraternity.

They noted his record could work against him, including scepticism of multilateral institutions and disregard for climate concerns. Still, Trump has repeatedly said: “Everyone says that I should get the Nobel Peace Prize.”