Hamas says it will disarm if Israel halts strikes and withdraws from Gaza, but obstacles remain
Summary
Hamas has said it will start disarming if Israel stops attacks and pulls its forces out of Gaza, based on a ceasefire deal announced by President Donald Trump. The deal faces challenges, including Hamas’s condition that disarmament depends on creating a Palestinian state, which the Israeli government opposes.Key Facts
- Hamas agreed to begin disarming as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal announced by President Trump.
- The deal requires Israel to end strikes and withdraw from Gaza for Hamas to disarm.
- Hamas says it will only lay down heavy weapons after a Palestinian state is established.
- Israel has not officially responded to the agreement and insists it will not withdraw before Hamas disarms.
- The ceasefire stumbles over disagreements; Israel accuses Hamas of violating it by continuing attacks, while Hamas accuses Israel of ongoing strikes.
- The deal includes transferring weapons from Hamas police to a U.S.-backed Palestinian committee.
- Implementation will happen in stages, with international forces helping maintain security during Israel’s phased withdrawal.
- Israel currently controls about 60% of Gaza, much of which is heavily damaged or depopulated.
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