Hamas Weighs Disarmament Proposal for Gaza's Future, Trump's Reconstruction Plan Hinges on Decision

• Hamas is considering a new proposal to disarm its fighters in Gaza, a critical step for US President Donald Trump’s reconstruction plan.
• The group's response, expected soon, will significantly impact Gaza's 2 million residents, who have been in limbo since a ceasefire six months ago.
• Hamas's founding charter advocates armed resistance, making disarmament a major concession that challenges its core identity.
• The US-backed proposal, which includes the complete decommissioning of all Hamas weapons, is being discussed with mediators Turkey, Qatar, and Egypt.
• Disarmament is deemed essential for Gaza's reconstruction, the deployment of a peacekeeping force, and the success of a new Palestinian governing committee.