Trump Announces Historic Gaza Disarmament Plan, Hamas to Cede Power

In a significant development in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, President Donald Trump declared on Friday that Hamas has consented to fully disarm and transfer governance of Gaza to a newly established Palestinian technocratic administration. This announcement comes after nearly three years of intense conflict, marking what many are calling a historic breakthrough. If the agreement is successfully implemented, it could represent one of the most substantial diplomatic advancements in the region, potentially setting the stage for the reconstruction of Gaza. However, the execution of this plan will depend on a series of phased steps, mutual commitments from both Hamas and Israel, and independent verification at each stage of the process.

Trump shared the news on his social media platform, Truth Social, stating, “Today, the Board of Peace reached a HISTORIC agreement for the COMPLETE DISARMAMENT of Hamas and all other armed groups in Gaza.” He emphasized the significance of this moment, describing it as a monumental stride towards achieving lasting peace and security in the region. U.S. officials revealed that Hamas agreed to the terms following months of intricate negotiations facilitated by mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey. The implementation phase is anticipated to commence in the upcoming weeks, with the expectation that Hamas will no longer govern Gaza. Instead, a newly formed body known as the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG) will take over civilian administration and security duties.