Trump says Israel 'very happy' with Hamas disarmament plan for Gaza

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Friday that Israel is "very happy" with his administration's plan for the "total disarmament" of Hamas in Gaza, asserting that Washington has an "understanding" with the Israeli government on the matter. Trump made these remarks during a meeting with his Cabinet members.

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Yes, we have an understanding with Israel. Israel is very happy about it.

Responding to a question about assurances from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Trump stated, "Yes, we have an understanding with Israel. Israel is very happy about it." However, he did not provide specific details on whether Israel's withdrawal from Gaza must precede Hamas's disarmament or vice versa. He characterized the agreement as a "major breakthrough" for peace in Gaza, adding that many believed disarming Hamas would be impossible.

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Nobody thought it was possible to disarm Hamas. That shows the success we are having.

The plan, announced by Trump the previous day, was presented as a historic step toward establishing a new government in the Gaza Strip. A U.S. administration official commented that Trump would be "very, very disappointed" if Israel failed to uphold its part in ensuring the plan's success. Hamas confirmed the agreement on its disarmament, stating it includes "the obligation" of Israel "to withdraw from the Gaza Strip."

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Trump would be 'very, very disappointed' if Israel does not fulfill its part to ensure the success of the peace plan.

Netanyahu, who recently met with Trump at the White House, has not yet publicly commented on the plan. However, CNN cited a senior Israeli official who indicated that the Israeli military would not withdraw from its current 'yellow line' in the enclave before Hamas disarms.

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It includes 'the obligation' of Israel 'to withdraw from the Gaza Strip.'