Israeli military takes control of Gaza after Hamas disarmament deal
Israeli forces took control of key areas in Gaza on July 28 following the implementation of a disarmament agreement with Hamas, according to Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz. The move comes after weeks of negotiations and amid international pressure for a lasting ceasefire. Hamas confirmed it had begun the disarmament process, though it stated the action was conditional on Israel halting all attacks in Gaza and fulfilling the terms of a previous ceasefire agreement signed in 2025.
The Israeli military’s operation was conducted under the supervision of a U.S.-led ceasefire monitoring board, which has been tasked with overseeing the implementation of the agreement. U.S. President Donald Trump had previously expressed support for the deal, claiming Israel was “very happy” with the proposal. However, uncertainties remain over the full compliance of both sides with the terms of the agreement.
International observers have expressed cautious optimism about the development, though concerns persist over the humanitarian situation in Gaza. Reports indicate that many Palestinians are still struggling to recover from the destruction caused by the ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, the U.S. and Israel have reportedly prepared to target energy-related infrastructure in Iran as part of broader strategic planning.
