Trump Announces Agreement for Gaza Disarmament

President Donald Trump announced on July 30, 2026, that negotiators have reached an agreement aimed at ending Hamas' control of Gaza, which he described as 'historic.' The agreement is pending final approval from Hamas. Trump stated on Truth Social that this agreement represents a significant step toward peace and security in the region. According to Axios, U.S. officials and the Board of Peace believe Hamas could sign the agreement within days, following negotiations mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey. However, Israeli officials and Western diplomats express skepticism about Hamas' commitment to the deal. The agreement outlines a phased approach for disarmament, requiring Hamas to surrender weapons over six to eight months and disclose the locations of tunnels and weapons depots. A new Palestinian government is expected to take control of Gaza, with Israeli withdrawals contingent on independent verification of demilitarization. Trump acknowledged the mediation efforts of Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey and emphasized that the threat from Gaza will not be allowed to rebuild. Ongoing negotiations may still face challenges before a final agreement is reached.