Trump says Board of Peace reached agreement for disarmament of Hamas

Former U.S. President Donald Trump tweeted that a Board of Peace has reached an agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, calling it a critical step toward establishing a new Palestinian governing body. The announcement was made via a post on Truth Social, where Trump highlighted the agreement as a major milestone in his 20‑Point Plan, outlining future phases that include Israeli withdrawal and the deployment of an International Stabilization Force to support a nascent Palestinian police force.

Details about the agreement remain vague. It is unclear whether Hamas or Israel have formally endorsed the deal, and neither party has issued a statement. Trump declared that Israeli forces would pull back from Gaza once disarmament is completed.

This move follows a broader U.S.‑brokered ceasefire initiative that aims to halt hostilities and facilitate Gaza’s reconstruction. Earlier this year, a senior Palestinian official associated with Trump’s negotiations confirmed that Hamas had rejected a prior disarmament plan proposed by a top figure in the project, setting the stage for this latest development.

The conflict began on 7 October 2023 when Hamas launched an attack on Israel, resulting in 1,200 fatalities and 251 hostages. Israel’s response involved a large‑scale military campaign in Gaza, which the Gaza‑run health ministry estimates has killed more than 73,290 civilians, including 21,280 children.

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