The recent announcement by President Donald Trump regarding a deal aimed at the complete disarmament of Hamas is unlikely to bring immediate changes in the Gaza Strip, according to regional experts. The deal, as described, fails to address the fundamental political obstacles that have been halting negotiations for months.

On the morning of August 1, 2026, residents of the Safatawi area in Gaza examined the aftermath of Israeli airstrikes from the previous night. The strikes targeted residential buildings, further compounding the complexities of the political situation.

Regional observers note that neither the Gaza-based militant group Hamas nor Israel appear eager to accept the terms of the proposed deal. The lack of urgency on both sides suggests a continued stalemate in achieving a more lasting peace.