Trump Announces 'Historic Agreement' for Hamas Disarmament; Israel, Hamas Disagree on Terms

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced what he described as a "historic agreement" for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in the Gaza Strip. Trump stated on his Truth Social platform that the "Peace Committee" had reached this agreement, calling it a "monumental step forward" towards lasting peace and security in the region.

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Today, the Peace Committee reached a historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and all other armed groups in Gaza. This is a monumental step forward toward lasting peace and security in Gaza.

According to reports citing Reuters, the agreement includes provisions for storing heavy weaponry under the control of the Palestinian Authority, the removal of tunnels and weapons production facilities, a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces, and the introduction of an international stabilization force. Trump suggested this accord is a crucial step toward Gaza being governed by a new Palestinian government that will work closely with the Peace Committee to aid the Palestinian people.

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This agreement is a crucial step toward Gaza finally being under the rule of a new Palestinian government, which will work closely with the Peace Committee to help the Palestinian people.

However, significant disagreements persist between Hamas and Israel regarding the timeline and sequencing of disarmament and withdrawal. Israel insists on "disarmament first, then withdrawal," stating its forces cannot leave the "Yellow Line" buffer zone without Hamas being fully disarmed. Conversely, Hamas demands that a phased Israeli troop withdrawal must accompany the disarmament process.

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Hamas will not be able to retreat from the 'Yellow Line' (buffer zone) without Hamas's complete disarmament.

While Hamas has acknowledged the agreement, a senior Hamas official emphasized the need for the term "listing and storing weapons" under the control of the newly established Gaza National Administration Committee (NCAG), which would be the sole entity holding weapons in Gaza. Israel has not issued an official statement, but reports indicate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office views the Peace Committee's proposals as insufficient for complete disarmament and demilitarization, raising concerns about Israel's commitment to the deal.

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The Gaza National Administration Committee (NCAG), established for the governance of Gaza, will manage and execute the process of listing and storing weapons according to the agreed schedule. NCAG will be the sole entity capable of possessing, storing, and controlling weapons within Gaza.