Hamas and mediators reach framework for phased disarmament in Gaza

On July 30, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S.-led Board of Peace had brokered a historic agreement for the complete, phased disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza. The framework aims to replace Hamas's governance with a new Palestinian administration and end the conflict following nine months of deadlock regarding the second phase of a previously brokered ceasefire.

Under the proposed plan, a National Committee for the Administration of Gaza will oversee the inventory and storage of heavy weapons, contingent on the deployment of an international stabilization force and the withdrawal of Israeli troops. Hamas official Ghazi Hamad stated that the group has accepted the framework but emphasized that implementation depends on formal Israeli approval. While the U.S. characterizes the development as a monumental step toward peace, Israeli officials remain skeptical, and public confirmation from the Israeli government is still pending. The parties are expected to meet soon in Cairo to finalize implementation details, which remain the primary obstacle to the agreement's success.