Trump announces Hamas disarmament agreement as part of Gaza peace plan
Trump Announces Hamas Disarmament Agreement as Key Peace Milestone
Tyunews.com – President Donald Trump announced Hamas disarmament agreement details through a social media post on Thursday, marking a significant development in Middle East diplomacy. The announcement outlines a comprehensive framework for "the COMPLETE DISARMAMENT of Hamas and all other armed groups in Gaza" within the broader peace strategy unveiled last year. According to Trump's statement, this agreement represents a critical step toward establishing Gaza governance under a new Palestinian government that will collaborate closely with the Board of Peace to benefit the Palestinian people.
Historic Commitment to Weapons Relinquishment
The Trump administration's latest announcement highlights what officials are calling a historic breakthrough in regional stability. The Board of Peace confirmed in an official statement that Hamas has "agreed to a detailed Roadmap for implementing the next phases of the Gaza ceasefire," following months of intensive negotiations. This roadmap represents the first time Hamas has officially committed to an actionable plan for relinquishing all its weapons, which will subsequently enable Israeli withdrawal from Gaza territories.
Trump emphasized that the disarmament process would be carried out in multiple phases. "As disarmament is completed, Israeli forces will withdraw, and the International Stabilization Force will work with a new Palestinian police force to take responsibility for Gaza being safe for its residents and its neighbors," the president stated. He further noted that under this agreement, Gaza will finally be in the hands of a new Palestinian government that serves its people.
While the announcement generated significant attention, few specific details about the disarmament agreement were initially released. There was no immediate response from Israeli officials or Hamas representatives regarding the president's announcement. The Trump administration thanked key mediators, including Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, for their contributions to the plan's development.
The 20-point peace plan, unveiled last fall, successfully led to a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and facilitated the exchange of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners. This comprehensive framework addresses multiple aspects of the conflict, from security arrangements to humanitarian aid distribution and long-term governance structures for the region.
The Israel-Hamas War began after Hamas launched a surprise terrorist attack in Israel on October 7, 2023, that killed roughly 1,200 Israelis. In the ensuing conflict, more than 70,000 Palestinians have been killed, according to the Hamas-run Gaza Ministry of Health. The war also triggered a severe humanitarian crisis that continues to affect millions of residents in the Gaza Strip.
Trump's announcement positions the disarmament agreement as a cornerstone of his broader peace initiative, which aims to establish lasting stability in the region through coordinated international efforts and phased implementation of security measures.