Hamas has confirmed it has reached a disarmament agreement with Israeli negotiators, marking a potential turning point in the Gaza conflict. The agreement, announced by senior Hamas official Bassem Naim on social media platform X, states that the militant group has agreed to the roadmap for disarmament, with the “ball now in” the other party’s court (thehill.com). This comes as international attention remains focused on the stalled peace process and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

The deal, however, remains conditional on Israel’s full withdrawal from the territory, according to Hamas, which has long demanded such a move as part of any peace deal (aljazeera.com). UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly welcomed the development, expressing hope that the agreement could lead to a lasting resolution (aljazeera.com). Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump had previously proposed a similar plan, suggesting that Hamas disarm in exchange for Israeli forces withdrawing from Gaza (timesofisrael.com).

Despite the announcement, major obstacles remain, with both sides insisting the other must make the first move toward disarmament and withdrawal (independent.co.uk). Analysts note that the political realities of the conflict, including the deaths of thousands and widespread destruction, will make any agreement extremely complex (bbc.co.uk). The situation remains fluid, with ongoing tensions and challenges to the stability of the region.