US President Donald Trump has announced that the Board of Peace has reached an agreement on the 'complete disarmament' of Hamas, according to The Times of Israel. This development comes as mediators pushed Hamas to back a deal, placing the ball in Israel's court. The agreement's significance lies in its potential to impact the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The proposal, however, does not meet Israel's demands, as stated by an Israeli official, casting doubt on its feasibility, especially given the unlikelihood of the Israeli Prime Minister approving any pullback in Gaza before the election. The Times of Israel reports that mediators aimed to have Hamas agree to the deal to shift the focus to Israel's response. Other sources, like France 24 and the Times of India, also reported on the announcement, framing it as a 'historic' deal and an indication of progress towards disarming Hamas and rebuilding Gaza.
The agreement is part of broader efforts to address the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with disarmament of Hamas being a crucial point of contention. Understanding the context of this deal requires acknowledging the historical tensions and the role of international mediation in the conflict.