Trump claims Hamas agreed to disarm; Hamas denies, says weapons to be stored

Published Jul 31, 02:42 PM UTC

President Donald Trump claimed on Truth Social that Hamas has agreed to complete disarmament in Gaza and that Israeli forces will withdraw, as part of a deal brokered by his newly established Board of Peace. Trump stated this is a critical step toward a new Palestinian government and Israeli security, with an International Stabilization Force and new Palestinian police to ensure safety. However, Hamas negotiator Ghazi Hamad denied agreeing to disarmament, telling The Wall Street Journal the group only agreed to place weapons in storage. Israel has not publicly responded. The New York Times noted Hamas views full disarmament as surrender. Board of Peace officials said details need refinement over coming weeks, and the Israeli withdrawal timeline is not finalized.