Trump announces Hamas disarmament deal for Gaza

On July 31, 2026, President Donald Trump announced a "historic" agreement for the "total disarmament" of Hamas in the Gaza Strip. According to officials, Hamas's approval of the plan triggered a 14-day period to finalize the implementation timeline. The deal also includes a new government for Gaza, as part of a broader transition.

However, Hamas has stated that it will not disarm before an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. The agreement, brokered by the so-called Board of Peace, is seen as a potential first credible step toward ending the Gaza war, though its success depends on the next phases.