Trump says Hamas disarmament deal will be complex

Former President Donald Trump asserted that Israel “strongly supports an agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas” during remarks made at a press briefing on Thursday. The comment was delivered as the United States and its regional partners continue to discuss diplomatic pathways to end the ongoing hostilities between Israel and the militant group, which controls the Gaza Strip.

Trump’s statement aligns with Israel’s long‑standing demand that any cease‑fire or peace initiative include the full dismantling of Hamas’s armed capabilities. Israeli officials have reiterated that a sustainable resolution to the conflict cannot be achieved without neutralizing the organization’s military infrastructure. The declaration comes amid intensified international efforts to broker a cease‑fire, with the United Nations and several European nations urging restraint while exploring mechanisms for a comprehensive settlement.