Trump Announces Gaza Peace Plan for Hamas Disarmament and Israeli Withdrawal

According to reports from CNA and Al Jazeera, the proposal aims to end the conflict through a structured disarmament process, though Hamas’s formal response to the specific terms of the plan remained unconfirmed at the time of the announcement.

Hamas Disarmament and Israeli Withdrawal

The core of the proposal is the total disarmament of Hamas. Donald Trump stated that an agreement has been reached for the complete disarmament of the group, according to CNN.

Under the terms of the plan, Israel would begin a gradual exit from the Gaza Strip. Al Jazeera reported that this withdrawal is tied to the progress of the disarmament phase, ensuring that Israeli forces leave the territory as Hamas relinquishes its military capabilities.

While the BBC reported that Hamas has agreed to disarm in Gaza following the announcement of the Board of Peace plan, other sources indicated a gap in communication. CNN noted that Hamas had not yet responded to the specific details of the agreement at the moment the plan was made public.

Status of Ceasefire Negotiations

The announcement follows a period of renewed diplomatic activity. Sources cited by the Straits Times indicated that ceasefire talks have seen rare progress, suggesting a shift in the willingness of the involved parties to negotiate a permanent end to the fighting.

The plan, referred to as the Board of Peace plan, introduces a framework intended to replace the current military administration in Gaza with a stabilized political entity. The disarmament of Hamas is presented as the essential precursor to this transition, removing the group’s capacity to conduct further military operations.

Diplomatic Framework and Implementation

According to CNA, the plan’s success depends on the verification of disarmament and the sequenced nature of the Israeli withdrawal.

While the BBC reports an agreement to disarm, the lack of a synchronized public response from all parties, as noted by CNN, indicates that the implementation phase remains subject to further verification.