Hamas accepts Gaza disarmament plan, Trump calls it 'monumental step'
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Hamas has accepted a plan for Gaza's disarmament, a move US President Donald Trump hailed as a monumental step toward peace. The proposal includes phased disarmament of Hamas and a gradual Israeli withdrawal, to be overseen by a new Palestinian National Committee and an International Stabilisation Force. In separate news, a White House official confirmed that no weaponized drones were seized among the 700 unmanned aerial devices interdicted at U.S. FIFA World Cup venues and fan zones, with the administration prioritizing drone threats.
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700unmanned aerial devices interdicted
Who's Involved
Hamas
announced acceptance of Gaza disarmament plan
Donald Trump
US President calling Gaza disarmament plan a monumental step
Palestinian National Committee
new body to oversee Gaza disarmament plan
International Stabilisation Force
international body to oversee Gaza disarmament plan
White House
confirmed no weaponized drones seized at World Cup venues
Key facts
Hamas has accepted a disarmament plan for Gaza.
US President Donald Trump described the plan as a monumental step toward peace.
The plan involves phased disarmament of Hamas.
The plan includes gradual Israeli withdrawal.
A new Palestinian National Committee will oversee the plan.
An International Stabilisation Force will also oversee the plan.
No weaponized drones were seized at U.S. FIFA World Cup venues.
700 unmanned aerial devices were interdicted at U.S. FIFA World Cup venues and fan zones.
The White House is focused on drone threats.
Hamas announced its acceptance of a disarmament plan for Gaza, a development that US President Donald Trump characterized as a monumental step towards achieving peace. This plan outlines a phased disarmament process for Hamas, coupled with a gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the region. The implementation and oversight of this plan are designated to a newly formed Palestinian National Committee, with the support of an International Stabilisation Force.
In parallel, a White House official addressed concerns regarding security at U.S. FIFA World Cup venues and fan zones. The official clarified that no weaponized drones were discovered among the 700 unmanned aerial devices that were intercepted. The administration's current focus is on addressing and mitigating potential drone threats.
↳ Why This Matters
Hamas announced its acceptance of a disarmament plan for Gaza, a development that US President Donald Trump characterized as a monumental step towards achieving peace. This plan outlines a phased disarmament process for Hamas, coupled with a gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the region. The implementation and oversight of this plan are designated to a newly formed Palestinian National Committee, with the support of an International Stabilisation Force.
Frequently asked questions
The committee, composed of independent technocrats, will oversee the disarmament process, manage heavy weapons, and receive the transfer of power from Hamas.
Israel insists it will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed and has given up its weapons and control.
Heavy weapons, military production sites, and tunnels will be inventoried and stored securely. Remaining personal arms and police weapons will be registered and handed over in stages to a new Palestinian police force.
The document suggests a gradual, sequential, and time-bound manner, with an implementation schedule to be prepared within 14 days.
What Happens Next
01The Palestinian National Committee will prepare an implementation schedule within 14 days.
02Israeli forces are expected to withdraw to the Yellow Line within 24 hours of government approval.
03The International Stabilisation Force will be deployed to Gaza.
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