The future of Gaza is at the heart of a nearly-finalized peace deal, as Hamas has tentatively agreed to participate in planning for the territory’s governance after the war. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed that the group has consented “in principle and generalities” to this crucial part of a U.S.-led initiative.
This development is part of a comprehensive framework that is “90 per cent” complete, aimed at ending the two-year conflict. The agreement, proposed by President Donald Trump, has been “basically” accepted by Hamas, signaling a potential major shift in the region’s dynamics.
The immediate component of the deal focuses on a hostage release. Israel would pull its forces back to the “yellow line,” a mid-August tactical position, in exchange for the freedom of all captives. Negotiators are currently working through the final logistical details to make this happen.
President Trump has strongly endorsed the plan, calling it a “great deal for Israel.” His administration’s strategy involves both diplomatic engagement and direct pressure. He has warned Hamas that it must ultimately cede control of Gaza or face dire consequences, including “complete obliteration.”
The tentative agreement on a post-war plan, though vague, is a critical step. It opens a dialogue about long-term stability, reconstruction, and governance, which are essential for preventing future conflicts. The success of this vision now depends on the good-faith execution of the deal’s initial stages.