NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedJuly 31, 2026Miami-Dade
New Gaza Ceasefire and Disarmament Agreement Explained
A new agreement brokered by the U.S. aims to end the Israel-Hamas war through the disarmament of Hamas, the withdrawal of Israeli forces, and the transition to a technocratic Palestinian government. An international 'Board of Peace' will oversee the implementation, which includes plans for reconstruction and a temporary international stabilization force.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
The agreement sets the framework for ending a conflict that has resulted in over 73,000 Palestinian deaths and 1,200 Israeli deaths, while initiating a reconstruction process estimated to cost $70 billion.
Key Facts
- The agreement requires Hamas to disarm, including the surrender of roughly 60,000 rifles and the destruction of tunnel networks.
- The Board of Peace is tasked with overseeing the implementation of the ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal, and reconstruction.
- Reconstruction of Gaza is estimated to cost $70 billion, with $7 billion currently pledged by board members.
- A $1 billion contribution grants a nation permanent membership on the Board of Peace.
- The National Committee for The Administration of Gaza will govern the region and manage the new police force during the transition.
- The International Stabilization Force is planned to include 20,000 soldiers and 12,000 police officers.
- Indonesia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, and Albania have pledged troops; Egypt and Jordan have committed to training police.
- Indonesia has placed its commitment of 8,000 troops on indefinite hold following the Feb. 28 attack on Iran.
- The war began on Oct. 7, 2023, resulting in 1,200 deaths in Israel and over 73,000 deaths in Gaza.
- The agreement includes the deployment of an international security force to secure aid and prevent weapons smuggling.
Who's Mentioned
locationIsrael“Nation involved in the conflict and ceasefire negotiations.”personSteve Witkoff“U.S. envoy involved in Gaza reconstruction planning.”organizationNational Committee for The Administration of Gaza“Technocratic body tasked with governing Gaza during the transition.”organizationBoard of Peace“International body overseeing the ceasefire and reconstruction.”personNickolay Mladenov“Director-general of the Board of Peace.”organizationHamas“Palestinian group agreeing to disarmament terms.”personJared Kushner“U.S. official involved in Gaza reconstruction planning.”personJasper Jeffers“Major General leading the International Stabilization Force effort.”personBenjamin Netanyahu“Israeli Prime Minister who defined demilitarization requirements.”personDonald Trump“U.S. President who established the Board of Peace and brokered the ceasefire pla”