US President Donald Trump has declared a “historic” initiative that aims to achieve the complete disarmament of Hamas, marking what he believes could be a pivotal moment in resolving the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This announcement was made via his social media platforms, yet it has not been officially acknowledged by either the Israeli government or Hamas.
According to Trump’s plan, Hamas would gradually dismantle its military capabilities, including the destruction of its tunnel network and the surrender of heavy weapons under the watch of international monitors. In exchange, Israeli forces would execute a phased withdrawal from Gaza. An international stabilization force, along with a new Palestinian security administration, would be tasked with maintaining order in the region.
The proposed roadmap stipulates that all military operations must cease before the disarmament process gets underway. Following this, an international verification committee would oversee the dismantling of heavy weapons, tunnels, and military infrastructure. While reports suggest that Hamas has tentatively agreed to the framework, with disarmament preparations expected to begin within a fortnight, this is contingent on international approval and consensus among all involved parties. However, Israel has yet to officially endorse the proposal.
Israeli officials maintain that the full disarmament and demilitarization of Gaza are prerequisites for any broader agreement, emphasizing that the current proposal falls short of meeting their security requirements. Amid these diplomatic maneuvers, military operations in Gaza persist, underscoring the uncertainty surrounding the realization of any potential agreement.