President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that a newly formed 'Board of Peace' has reached an agreement intended to facilitate the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza. According to the announcement, the plan involves a phased transition of security and civilian control to a new Palestinian technocratic government. The proposal is framed as a foundational step toward broader reconstruction efforts in the region.

However, the status and viability of the agreement remain subject to debate. While the Trump administration describes the deal as a 'historic' breakthrough, the implementation process is expected to span seven to eight months and requires complex, independently verified steps from both Hamas and Israel. Israeli officials have expressed deep skepticism regarding Hamas' willingness to comply with the terms.

Furthermore, reports indicate a significant discrepancy regarding the conditions of the deal. While the administration emphasizes the disarmament agreement, sources including The Independent and Haaretz report that Hamas officials have stated they will only proceed with disarmament if Israel fulfills specific commitments, including the withdrawal of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Additionally, the current security environment remains volatile; NDTV reported that despite the announcement, violence continues in the region, with recent Israeli strikes resulting in civilian casualties.