Board of Peace envoy Mladenov says ceasefire hinges on Hamas' disarmament
Summary
Nickolay Mladenov, the top diplomat managing the ceasefire in Gaza, said progress is blocked because Hamas has not given up its weapons. The ceasefire deal includes disarming Hamas, Israeli troop withdrawal, forming a new Palestinian government, and rebuilding Gaza, but these steps have not moved forward due to the weapons issue.Key Facts
- The ceasefire in Gaza began in October but is currently stalled.
- Mladenov said disarming Hamas is essential and non-negotiable for rebuilding Gaza.
- Hamas wants any disarmament linked to Israel pulling back its troops.
- Israel still controls over half of Gaza despite the ceasefire agreement.
- About 2 million people in Gaza remain displaced, many living in poor conditions like tent camps.
- Humanitarian aid access is limited, with some shelters declared off-limits by Israel.
- The ceasefire has mostly held but both sides have violated it occasionally.
- President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan includes disarmament, troop withdrawal, a new government, international security forces, and reconstruction aid.
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