Enter search text:Trump-backed board says Israeli withdrawal from Gaza only after 'complete' Hamas disarmamentAFPLast Updated: Aug 03, 2026, 11:34:00 PM ISTSynopsisThe US Board of Peace stated an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza requires Hamas's complete disarmament. This condition follows a meeting between the Israeli Prime Minister and the board. The board noted that the IDF withdrawal beyond the Yellow Line will occur after disarmament. Israel and the Board of Peace share common ultimate objectives. Hamas committed to this disarmament to the mediators.APTrump’s Board of Peace says Israeli withdrawal from Gaza hinges on Hamas’ “complete” disarmament.US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace said on Monday that an Israeli withdrawal in Gaza would only take place after Hamas's "complete" disarmament, following a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu."We note that the full withdrawal of the IDF beyond the Yellow Line will take place only once decommissioning (of weapons) is complete, as Hamas committed to the mediators," the board wrote on X, referring to a demarcation line between the area under Hamas control and that held by the Israeli army. "Israel and the Board of Peace share a common understanding of the ultimate objectives," it addedAlso read: US signs deal to boost output of parts for Patriot, THAAD interceptor systemsRead More News on