In an interview, prominent Palestinian-American scholar and former mediator during the hostage deal talks, Dr. Bishara Bahbah, described what he characterized as Hamas's most far-reaching proposal.

The President introduced the Board of Peace as part of the plan last September aimed at ending the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Mediators and Hamas leaders have reached a historic agreement for Hamas disarmament in Gaza. This agreement is a critical step towards a new Palestinian government and security…