U.S. President Donald Trump has announced what he described as a "historic agreement" aimed at the complete disarmament of Hamas, calling it a major breakthrough in efforts to end the conflict in Gaza.
According to Trump, the proposed plan would see Hamas and other armed groups surrender their weapons in phases, alongside an Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza and the transfer of civilian governance to a new Palestinian administrative body.
The announcement comes amid sustained international pressure for a lasting ceasefire and a broader political settlement following months of conflict. However, significant questions remain over how the agreement would be implemented and independently verified.
While U.S. officials say negotiations have made substantial progress, Israeli officials have not formally endorsed the proposal, and Hamas representatives have indicated that implementation depends on guarantees including an Israeli withdrawal and expanded humanitarian access.
Regional mediators, including Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, continue working to bridge the remaining differences between the parties.
Diplomatic observers say that if successfully implemented, the agreement could mark a significant step toward reducing violence in Gaza, though they caution that major political and security challenges remain before any lasting settlement can be achieved.
