The Gaza Board of Peace announced a Hamas disarmament agreement on July 31, 2026, a development that could shape the fragile ceasefires in the region.
An Israeli political source told The National that Israel will not withdraw from the yellow line unless Hamas undergoes genuine disarmament.
Hamas agreed to disarm on the condition that Israel withdraws from Gaza, with the first step to involve moving troops behind the yellow line that separated them when a ceasefire came into effect last October, according to the same report.
Former President Donald Trump said the agreement could be a breakthrough to end the Gaza conflict, adding political attention to the process.
The conditions attached to the deal mean its success hinges on reciprocal steps, and any breakdown could affect the regional security environment.
