White House Announces Multiphase Peace Plan for Hamas Disarmament
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new peace proposal for the Gaza Strip that requires the complete disarmament of Hamas and other militant groups in exchange for a full Israeli military withdrawal. The plan envisions a technocratic government led by former international officials to oversee reconstruction. While U.S. officials described the agreement as a major breakthrough, Israeli and Palestinian leadership remain skeptical over the implementation sequence and long-term security guarantees.
Date: July 31, 2026
Location: Middle East, Israel
Conflict: Israel-Hamas War
Category: diplomacy
Severity: HIGH
Source: The Guardian