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Part of The Board of Peace is leading a revised pilot project in the Gaza Strip, noting that Israeli presence is required for its execution.

How could the Board of Peace's field survey in Gaza affect Hamas's military status?

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The survey could pressure Hamas to surrender weapons, impacting its military capability. The Board of Peace is conducting a field survey and mapping operation in the Gaza Strip as part of a pilot project. This operation is intended to identify geographically suitable locations where Hamas members would surrender their weapons under Donald Trump's 20-point plan. While Hamas originally demanded that its weapons be handed over to a third party inside the Gaza Strip, subject to commitments regarding reconstruction and Israeli withdrawal, security officials note a significant gap between Hamas's current conduct and the US aspirations for reconstruction in exchange for disarmament. This process puts direct pressure on Hamas to consider disarmament.

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  • The survey aims to identify locations where Hamas members would surrender their weapons under US President Donald Trump's 20-point plan.jpost.com
  • Hamas's original demands included handing over weapons to a third party inside the Gaza Strip, subject to commitments regarding reconstruction and an Israeli withdrawal.jpost.com
  • Security officials stressed that Hamas is currently investing its efforts in preparing for a return to fighting and rebuilding its capabilities.jpost.com

Why it matters

The potential for Hamas to disarm is a critical factor in the future stability of the Gaza Strip. If the Board of Peace's efforts succeed in pressuring Hamas toward disarmament, it would fundamentally alter the military and political landscape of the territory. Conversely, if Hamas continues to invest in rebuilding its forces, as security officials suggest, the process of reconstruction and peace will remain highly unstable.

This initiative is part of a broader regional process where US officials are attempting to advance reconstruction in exchange for weapon surrender. However, Israeli defense officials have expressed confusion over the American approach, noting that the Gaza Strip is currently closer to escalation than to a negotiated arrangement.

What we don't know yet

  • Will Hamas accept the Board of Peace's proposed locations for weapon surrender?
  • How will Israel respond if Hamas attempts to rebuild its military capabilities despite the peace efforts?

What would change this answer

Hamas formally agrees to the terms of the Board of Peace's disarmament planThe pressure on Hamas would become immediate and certain, leading to a rapid reduction in its military capacity.
Israeli defense officials increase targeted operations against Hamas operativesThe focus would shift from diplomatic pressure to military action, potentially undermining the survey's goals.

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