This is a first in the history of the conflict. Hamas has accepted the framework of the "Board of Peace" plan for its complete disarmament in Gaza, after months of discussions described by a member of the negotiating team as "long and extremely difficult." The movement was careful to clarify the wording used: it involves an "inventory and storage of weapons" under Palestinian control, and not a handover to Israel.
This decision comes shortly after internal elections that brought Khalil al-Hayya, a Gaza-based figure, to the head of the movement. Palestinian officials involved in the negotiations believe this new leadership was ready to take this step, driven by the catastrophic humanitarian conditions faced by more than two million Palestinians in the enclave.
The plan notably includes the inventory and storage of remaining heavy weapons under Palestinian supervision, which could remove the main obstacle to the advancement of the peace initiative supported by Donald Trump.
If this agreement holds, it could be the first credible step toward ending a war that has lasted for almost three years, paving the way for a broader political process. But it is still too early to know whether all parties will honor their commitments.
In Gaza, the announcement generated little enthusiasm. After years of failed ceasefires and collapsed agreements, a large segment of the Palestinian population remains deeply skeptical of political announcements. Residents expressed online their disinterest in the details of the negotiations, preferring to know whether this agreement will truly end the war, allow displaced families to return home, and bring lasting relief. Trust in both Hamas and Israel remains low, as previous agreements have consistently failed to produce any tangible results on the ground.
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