U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on 31 July that the so-called Board of Peace has reached an agreement for the 'complete disarmament' of Hamas and all other armed groups in Gaza, marking what he described as a critical step toward establishing a new Palestinian governing authority. The announcement was made via Trump's Truth Social account and has not yet been confirmed by Hamas.

What the Agreement Entails

'This agreement is a critical step towards Gaza finally being governed by a new Palestinian government that will work closely with the Board of Peace to help the Palestinian people,' Trump wrote. He added that Israel would gain the security it deserves, with Gaza no longer serving as a launchpad for terror attacks.

According to Trump, the agreement will be implemented in structured phases. As disarmament progresses, Israeli forces will withdraw from Gaza, and an International Stabilisation Force will work alongside a newly formed Palestinian police unit to assume responsibility for the territory's security.

Mediators and Diplomatic Backing

Egypt, Qatar, and Turkiye reportedly served as mediators in brokering the agreement, according to Trump's account. Their involvement underscores the regional diplomatic architecture that has underpinned Gaza ceasefire and hostage negotiations over the past year.

Notably, Hamas has yet to publicly confirm or endorse the deal as of the time of reporting, casting uncertainty over the announcement's immediate standing.

Netanyahu-Trump Meeting and Iran Tensions

Separately, the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released photographs showing the two leaders together, with an Israeli official describing the meeting as 'very positive.' Their discussions were expected to cover the ongoing conflict with Iran, negotiations involving Lebanon, and efforts to expand the Abraham Accords, according to a White House official.

Netanyahu was also reportedly set to present intelligence on alleged Iranian activity at Pickaxe Mountain, an underground facility believed to be linked to Tehran's nuclear programme.

Trump's Irritation Over Public Signalling

Trump, however, appeared visibly irritated that Netanyahu had publicly telegraphed his plans before their private discussions. 'I heard Bibi announce that,' Trump told Fox News, using the Israeli leader's nickname. 'I said, Why don't you just tell it to me? Why do you have to announce it to the world?'

The exchange highlights a recurring tension in the Trump-Netanyahu dynamic: the U.S. president has signalled a preference for renewed diplomacy with Tehran, while Israel has consistently pushed for sustained military and economic pressure on Iran.

What Comes Next

The phased structure of the disarmament agreement — if confirmed — would represent one of the most significant shifts in Gaza's security architecture since the 7 October 2023 attacks. International observers will be watching closely for Hamas's formal response, the composition of the proposed Palestinian police force, and the timeline for Israeli troop withdrawal. The absence of Hamas confirmation means the deal remains, for now, a unilateral declaration by Washington.