Israel Commits to Ceasefire Plan, Pending Hamas Disarmament

Israel has officially committed to a U.S.-drafted ceasefire plan, with a senior official stating the government’s readiness to end the war in Gaza. However, this commitment is firmly conditional on Hamas agreeing to a comprehensive deal that includes not only the release of all hostages but also the complete disarmament of the militant group.
This position reflects Israel’s long-standing security doctrine: a sustainable peace is only possible if the immediate threat is removed. The acceptance of the deal is therefore not a unilateral move towards ceasefire but an endorsement of a specific framework that requires Hamas to make a strategic choice to give up its arms.
The proposal itself is a multi-stage plan designed for a controlled de-escalation. It begins with a truce and hostage exchanges, building trust for a final phase where a permanent ceasefire is declared and reconstruction begins—but only after the disarmament condition is addressed. This structure ensures Israel’s security concerns are met throughout the process.
By publicizing its acceptance, Israel is effectively challenging Hamas to engage with the reality of the proposal. The international community, particularly the U.S. and regional mediators, will now focus all its efforts on securing Hamas’s agreement to the terms, which remains the single largest obstacle to peace.