Hamas reaches Gaza disarmament agreement with Board of Peace
Hamas and other Palestinian factions have signed a document outlining a plan for disarmament in Gaza. This agreement, mediated through the Board of Peace, sets a 14-day window to prepare a specific roadmap for the process. President Donald Trump described the move as a significant development for security in the region.
According to the details provided, the disarmament will occur in phases. Weapons held by current police forces are slated for transfer first, with the decommissioning of heavy weapons to follow. An international verification body will oversee these steps to ensure compliance with the terms. Once disarmament is complete, the plan calls for the withdrawal of Israeli forces and the transition of Gaza to a new Palestinian administration supported by an International Stabilization Force.
Negotiations have been underway in Cairo with mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkiye. While Hamas officials have expressed approval of the current formula, they have conditioned implementation on Israeli adherence to reciprocal obligations, including a full withdrawal from the territory and progress on reconstruction efforts. Not all factions have aligned with the report, as Palestinian Islamic Jihad has voiced reservations regarding the specific language of the proposal.
International pressure played a notable role in the agreement. Reports indicate that Hamas faced financial constraints that incentivized their participation in these talks. The Board of Peace intends to establish a technocratic, apolitical governing body to oversee the transition. While the path forward involves several logistical hurdles, the current framework represents an effort to establish a new governing structure for the Palestinian people while addressing the security concerns raised by regional stakeholders.