Palestinians inspect buildings damaged by Israeli strikes in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza, on July 29, 2026, as Hamas confirms a deal to end the conflict with Israel. — AFP pic Stay updated on the latest news and insights. Subscribe to our newsletter here Summary Senior Hamas officials have confirmed an agreement to end the conflict with Israel, following a statement by US President Donald Trump announcing the group's readiness to disarm.Two unnamed officials from the Palestinian Islamist movement conveyed the details of this agreement to AFP, marking a significant development in the region's geopolitical landscape. First Published: Friday, 31 Jul 2026 8:54 AM MYT GAZA CITY (Palestinian Territories), July 31 — Senior Hamas officials confirmed Friday that they have reached a deal to end the conflict with Israel, after US President Donald Trump announced that the group was prepared to disarm.Two officials from the Palestinian Islamist movement, speaking on condition of anonymity, told AFP that they had come to an agreement. — AFP