US President Donald Trump announced a ‘historic deal’ for the complete disarmament of Hamas in Gaza, in an effort to end terror attacks on Israel.
Trump said the agreement made by the Board of Peace was part of his 20-point plan to bring peace to the Middle East.
Hamas confirmed to the BBC that they have agreed to the deal.
In a Truth Social post Thursday night, Trump celebrated what he called a ‘monumental step toward lasting PEACE and SECURITY’ in the region.
‘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,’ he said.
Trump added: ‘At the same time, Israel will have the security it deserves, with Gaza no longer used as a base for terror attacks.’
The President said the agreement will be put into place ‘in carefully structured phases’ that will eventually lead to Israeli forces withdrawing from Gaza.
An International Stabilization Force and new Palestinian police force will work together to keep Gaza ‘safe for its residents and neighbors.’
Trump thanked mediators on behalf of Egypt, Qatar and Turkey ‘for their important efforts’ alongside his own team.
‘One year ago there was a violent raging war, humanitarian crisis and hostages kept in brutal captivity. We have made historic progress and there is still much work to do,’ he said.
‘CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL ON THIS AMAZING DEVELOPMENT, THAT EVERYBODY SAID COULD NEVER BE ACHIEVED!’ Trump has been meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this past week.
