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CAIRO — Hamas Agrees To Conditional Gaza Disarmament

PUBLISHED Jul 31, 2026, 7:53 AM ET

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CAIRO — Hamas Agrees To Conditional Gaza Disarmament

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Hamas announced on Friday in Cairo that it has agreed in principle to a U.S.-backed road map to disarm in Gaza, according to a Hamas official and a regional official speaking to the Associated Press. The framework, confirmed in a statement on X by senior Hamas official Bassem Naim, requires Israel to end hostilities and withdraw its forces from the Palestinian territory in parallel. A 20‑point U.S. plan calls for Hamas to surrender weapons, dismantle tunnel networks, accept a technocratic Palestinian administration, and allow deployment of an International Stabilization Force. Local police arms would be handed to a U.S.-backed National Committee for the Administration of Gaza as Israeli forces withdraw in phases.

By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On October 10, 2025: U.S. brokered ceasefire successfully ended intense military combat operations everywhere.
On January 20, 2026: President Trump officially launched the international Board of Peace today.
On January 25, 2026: National Committee for Administration of Gaza formed in Cairo meetings.
On February 15, 2026: United States and Israel launched joint military actions against Iran.
On July 6, 2026: Hamas officially declared dissolution of its governing body in Gaza.
On July 30, 2026: President Trump announced historic complete disarmament deal for Hamas groups.
On July 31, 2026: United States and Board of Peace officials briefed reporters today.
On July 31, 2026: Egypt confirmed Hamas agreed to phased weapons handovers to committee.
On August 15, 2026: Technocratic committee expected to enter Gaza within two weeks timeframe.
On July 31, 2027: Full disarmament and Israeli withdrawal process concluding future operational phases.

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Immediate US impact: Heightened foreign policy attention and diplomatic focus on Middle East stability.
Possible long-term US impact: Potential reduction of military involvement and shifting regional alliance dynamics permanently.
Most affected groups: Federal policymakers, military families, international investors, and Middle Eastern communities.
What readers should prioritize: Official statements, verified implementation timelines, and direct responses from officials.

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Highlighted deep implementation hurdles and severe skepticism from Israeli officials. Reporting presidential announcements alongside unverified timelines and regional stakeholder reactions. Praising diplomatic breakthroughs and decisive presidential leadership in Middle East.