Israel and Hamas Near Agreement on Disarmament and Governance in Gaza Strip

Israeli, Gaza, and Peace Council sources report significant progress toward a new phase in Gaza, with an announcement expected later today. Palestinian reports indicate a formula has been developed involving the transfer and storage of weapons, especially heavy arms and production infrastructure, under a Palestinian technocratic committee's supervision rather than handing them over to an external party. Israeli officials emphasize the plan demands complete dismantling of heavy and light weapons and tunnels under strict monitoring, with no compromises.

The Peace Council states that Hamas will have no role in governance after the process, with full authority transferred to a Gaza management committee under the principle of "one authority, one law, one weapon." Hamas conditions the agreement on a full Israeli withdrawal, cessation of targeted killings, and implementation of initial commitments. Israel and international parties insist on total military capability dismantlement, fearing that withdrawal without effective oversight could allow Hamas to rebuild its forces.

An Israeli source expressed skepticism about the current government accepting anything less than full Hamas disarmament, suggesting the current framework might only advance under a future Israeli administration with U.S. support. Insiders describe the proposal as detailed and uncompromising, marking a practical Hamas concession to full disarmament, including heavy and light weapons and tunnels, with rigorous supervision mechanisms. Another source noted that any Israeli withdrawal would align with Trump's 20-point plan but only after verified Hamas disarmament by a dedicated verification committee.