US President Donald Trump's envoy Jared Kushner said Monday (Aug 17) that efforts to disarm Hamas and move ahead with a Gaza peace plan could start showing progress within a month. His statement follows talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.Speaking to Fox News in Tel Aviv, Kushner said the first steps could involve removing weapons from Hamas and dealing with the extensive tunnel network in Gaza. "We could be seeing progress... in as little as 30 days," Kushner said, adding that he hoped weapons could begin to be removed and tunnels filled in during that period.The comments came after Kushner and Netanyahu agreed on a mechanism for overseeing Hamas's disarmament. According to an Israeli official, an American general would supervise the initial handover and decommissioning of weapons.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oil-prices-jump-as-trump-rules-out-extending-iran-ceasefire-what-comes-next-1787012394772">Oil prices jump as Trump rules out extending Iran ceasefire. What comes next?</a><h2>US general to oversee Hamas disarmament</h2>The agreement comes as the Trump administration tries to bridge differences between Israel and Hamas over the next phase of its Gaza plan.An Israeli official said the two sides had agreed that there would be no Israeli redeployment or reconstruction in Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed.The first stage of demilitarisation would require Hamas to surrender its weapons for decommissioning under the supervision of an American general.The roadmap accepted by Hamas on July 30 proposed that the International Stabilization Force oversee the weapons decommissioning. The emerging arrangement would put an American general at the centre of that process.Kushner met Netanyahu in Jerusalem a day after holding direct talks with Hamas representatives in Egypt. Hamas has said it remains committed to the US-backed Gaza plan and wants Washington to put pressure on Netanyahu to move forward.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-s-last-election-had-trump-invokes-india-while-pushing-us-voter-id-bill-1787014115814">'India’s last Election had...': Trump invokes India while pushing US voter ID bill</a><h2>Netanyahu under pressure</h2>The discussions come at a politically sensitive moment for Netanyahu, who faces elections on October 27 and has publicly pushed back against parts of the US plan.Trump's administration is seeking to reassure Israel that any disarmament process will not compromise its security. An official involved in implementing the plan told AFP that every weapon collected would be fully decommissioned and that Israel would retain its right to defend itself if Hamas attempted to rearm or launch attacks.The talks also come against a backdrop of continuing violence and hardline rhetoric inside Israel.Far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir recently called for the killing of dozens of people in Gaza every night, drawing widespread attention. &nbsp;

A key question hanging over Trump's Gaza plan now has a possible timeline. Jared Kushner says the next phase, including efforts to remove Hamas weapons and deal with its tunnel network, could begin showing progress within 30 days. All you need to know.

US President Donald Trump's envoy Jared Kushner said Monday (Aug 17) that efforts to disarm Hamas and move ahead with a Gaza peace plan could start showing progress within a month. His statement follows talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Speaking to Fox News in Tel Aviv, Kushner said the first steps could involve removing weapons from Hamas and dealing with the extensive tunnel network in Gaza. "We could be seeing progress... in as little as 30 days," Kushner said, adding that he hoped weapons could begin to be removed and tunnels filled in during that period. The comments came after Kushner and Netanyahu agreed on a mechanism for overseeing Hamas's disarmament. According to an Israeli official, an American general would supervise the initial handover and decommissioning of weapons. Also read | Oil prices jump as Trump rules out extending Iran ceasefire. What comes next? US general to oversee Hamas disarmament The agreement comes as the Trump administration tries to bridge differences between Israel and Hamas over the next phase of its Gaza plan. An Israeli official said the two sides had agreed that there would be no Israeli redeployment or reconstruction in Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed. The first stage of demilitarisation would require Hamas to surrender its weapons for decommissioning under the supervision of an American general. The roadmap accepted by Hamas on July 30 proposed that the International Stabilization Force oversee the weapons decommissioning. The emerging arrangement would put an American general at the centre of that process. Kushner met Netanyahu in Jerusalem a day after holding direct talks with Hamas representatives in Egypt. Hamas has said it remains committed to the US-backed Gaza plan and wants Washington to put pressure on Netanyahu to move forward. Also read | 'India’s last Election had...': Trump invokes India while pushing US voter ID bill Netanyahu under pressure The discussions come at a politically sensitive moment for Netanyahu, who faces elections on October 27 and has publicly pushed back against parts of the US plan. Trump's administration is seeking to reassure Israel that any disarmament process will not compromise its security. An official involved in implementing the plan told AFP that every weapon collected would be fully decommissioned and that Israel would retain its right to defend itself if Hamas attempted to rearm or launch attacks. The talks also come against a backdrop of continuing violence and hardline rhetoric inside Israel. Far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir recently called for the killing of dozens of people in Gaza every night, drawing widespread attention.

A key question hanging over Trump's Gaza plan now has a possible timeline. Jared Kushner says the next phase, including efforts to remove Hamas weapons and deal with its tunnel network, could begin showing progress within 30 days. All you need to know.

'Within 30 days': Trump top envoy Jared Kushner gives timeline for Hamas disarmament in Gaza

A growing rift has reportedly emerged between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the future of Gaza. Netanyahu has rejected proposals involving an Israeli troop withdrawal and Hamas disarmament, raising fresh doubts over ceasefire negotiations and the prospects for a lasting peace. The disagreement highlights deep divisions over the next phase of the Gaza conflict and regional security.

Benjamin Netanyahu Refuses to Withdraw Troops from Gaza, Rejects Hamas Disarmament Proposal

Fresh Israeli airstrikes have struck multiple locations across the Gaza Strip, killing at least two people and injuring 10 others, even as hopes rise for a new ceasefire agreement.

According to reports, an Israeli strike hit a house in the Nuseirat refugee camp after evacuation warnings were issued. Additional strikes in Deir al-Balah also resulted in casualties. Meanwhile, families across Gaza continue searching for loved ones who remain missing amid the ongoing conflict.

The attacks come as U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Hamas has agreed to hand over its weapons to a Palestinian governing committee as part of a proposed second phase of the Gaza ceasefire. Trump said Israel was "very happy" with the agreement and described it as a major diplomatic breakthrough.

Israel Strikes Gaza As Trump Announces Hamas Disarmament Deal | Middle East Crisis

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced what he describes as a historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas, calling it a crucial step toward establishing a new governing authority in Gaza and advancing long-term peace in the region.

According to reports, mediators in Cairo have proposed a framework under which Hamas would gradually surrender its weapons, while Israeli forces would withdraw in phases. However, Israel has not fully endorsed the proposal, insisting that there will be no military withdrawal until Gaza is completely demilitarized.

Hamas has responded by saying that any handover of its heavy weapons will depend on Israel ending its military operations, withdrawing its forces, and committing to a permanent ceasefire. The proposed agreement also includes an international stabilization force and a new Palestinian police structure to oversee Gaza's future security.

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