US Pushes Hamas Disarmament Plan Tied to Amnesty Under Gaza Redevelopment Efforts

The United States believes that the disarmament of Hamas militants in Gaza will be accompanied by some form of amnesty, according to a U.S. official speaking on condition of anonymity. The remarks came as Washington and Tel Aviv intensify pressure on Hamas to lay down its weapons as part of a broader post-war plan for Gaza’s future, including reconstruction and political stabilization.

The U.S. official spoke to reporters on Monday while marking the return of the remains of the last Israeli hostage held by Hamas, underscoring what American officials see as momentum toward the next phase of negotiations. According to the official, there is growing confidence within the U.S. administration that Hamas will ultimately agree to disarm, citing internal discussions and signals from individuals linked to the group.

“We are listening to many of their people talk about disarming. We think they’re going to,” the official said, adding that failure to disarm would be considered a breach of the proposed agreement. The official also noted that disarmament would likely be tied to “some sort of amnesty,” describing the U.S.-backed framework as a comprehensive and carefully planned program aimed at removing weapons from Gaza while preventing a renewed cycle of violence.

Under President Donald Trump’s reported 20-point Gaza plan, Hamas members who commit to peaceful coexistence and agree to decommission their weapons after the return of all hostages would be eligible for amnesty. The plan also outlines provisions for Hamas members who choose to leave Gaza, offering safe passage to countries willing to receive them. The broader initiative envisions Gaza’s redevelopment following the dismantling of militant infrastructure.

Israel has not publicly confirmed whether it would accept amnesty for Hamas members who disarm. The Israeli embassy in Washington did not immediately respond to questions on the issue, highlighting potential diplomatic hurdles ahead.

Meanwhile, the Israeli military confirmed on Monday that the remains of Ran Gvili, a police officer held hostage for more than 840 days, have been identified and will be returned for burial. His return marks a symbolic and emotional milestone amid ongoing efforts to resolve the Gaza conflict and shape the territory’s future governance.