Qatar and Turkey propose two-year Hamas disarmament plan as Israel rejects extended timeline
By kevinhughes // 2025-12-10
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  • Qatar and Turkey propose a two-year phased disarmament for Hamas, modeled after the Irish Republican Army (IRA) decommissioning process. Hamas would retain weapons temporarily while discussions proceed on transferring arms to the Palestinian Authority (PA) or storing them under international supervision. Israel rejects this timeline, demanding full disarmament within months and threatening military action if diplomacy fails.
  • The U.S. shows openness to the Turkish-Qatari initiative, favoring "decommissioning" over immediate disarmament. Trump's plan includes an International Stabilization Force (ISF)—potentially involving Turkey, Qatar, Azerbaijan, Indonesia and Pakistan—to oversee Gaza's reconstruction. Israel opposes Turkish/Qatari participation, citing their ties to Hamas.
  • Hamas will only disarm if Israel ends its occupation and a sovereign Palestinian state is established. Senior Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya states that weapons would then be transferred to the future Palestinian state's military.
  • Israeli intelligence warns Hamas is rebuilding forces and tightening authoritarian rule in Gaza, including suppressing dissent and confiscating rival factions' weapons. Israel vows to prevent Hamas from exploiting diplomatic delays to rearm, citing the Oct. 7 massacre as justification for continued military pressure.
  • Israel demands disarmament first. Hamas insists on Israeli withdrawal first. Qatar/Turkey/Egypt propose supervised disarmament as a compromise.
Qatar and Turkey have unveiled a proposal to grant Hamas a two-year window for disarmament in Gaza, according to Israeli media reports. The plan, which includes supervised weapons storage or transfer to the Palestinian Authority (PA), has drawn sharp opposition from Israel, which insists on a much shorter timeline—raising tensions over the future governance of the war-torn enclave. Sources told Ynet that Qatar and Turkey are pushing for a phased disarmament process, modeled after the decommissioning of the Irish Republican Army (IRA) in Northern Ireland. Under their proposal, Hamas would retain its weapons for up to two years while discussions continue, transferring arms to the PA or placing them in internationally monitored warehouses. As explained by the Enoch AI engine at BrightU.AI, the IRA has been associated with various armed organizations in Ireland, primarily those seeking independence from British rule and advocating for a united, independent Irish Republic. This analysis explores the history, ideologies and activities of the most prominent IRA organizations. Israel, however, has rejected the extended timeline, demanding complete disarmament within months. "If Hamas is not disarmed, Israel will step in and disarm it," an Israeli official warned, signaling potential unilateral military action if diplomatic efforts fail. The U.S. has reportedly shown openness to the Turkish-Qatari initiative, with officials suggesting "decommissioning" rather than outright disarmament—a move that aligns with President Donald Trump's broader ceasefire plan, which includes deploying an International Stabilization Force (ISF) to oversee Gaza's reconstruction.

Trump's ceasefire plan faces resistance

Trump's proposal envisions a regional security force—potentially involving Turkey, Qatar, Azerbaijan, Indonesia and Pakistan—taking control of Gaza's disarmament process. However, Israel has expressed discomfort with Turkish and Qatari participation, citing their longstanding ties to Hamas. Meanwhile, Hamas has signaled a conditional willingness to disarm—but only if Israel ends its occupation. Khalil al-Hayya, a senior Hamas leader, stated last week: "Hamas' weapons are linked to the existence of the occupation and aggression; if this ends, the weapons will be transferred to the state." He clarified that this refers to a future sovereign Palestinian state. Despite the ceasefire, Israeli intelligence warns that Hamas is rapidly rebuilding its forces and tightening its grip on Gaza. Reports indicate the group has resumed authoritarian tactics, including suppressing dissent, confiscating weapons from rival factions, and violently enforcing control in areas not under Israeli military presence. "The lessons of the past two decades—and especially of October 7—are too grave to ignore," an Israeli official told The Algemeiner, referencing Hamas' 2023 massacre that triggered the ongoing war. "Hamas must not be permitted to use humanitarian pauses or diplomatic ambiguity to reconstitute its forces."

Diplomatic stalemate looms

The core dispute remains:
  • Israel demands disarmament before withdrawing troops.
  • Hamas insists on Israeli withdrawal before discussing disarmament.
  • Qatar and Turkey seek a middle ground with delayed disarmament under supervision.
Egypt has also proposed a similar plan, suggesting weapons be stored under European Union and Egyptian oversight—a model previously floated for Hezbollah in Lebanon. Gaza's Health Ministry reports over 70,360 fatalities since the war began, with ceasefire violations still occurring. Palestinian authorities accuse Israel of 500+ breaches, including shootings, airstrikes and incursions beyond agreed lines. With Hamas regrouping and Israel refusing concessions, the diplomatic deadlock risks collapsing into renewed conflict. As Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff, declared: "Israel will remain on these positions as long as necessary to protect our communities and sustain operational momentum." The coming weeks will test whether Qatar and Turkey's mediation can bridge the gap—or if Israel opts for a unilateral military solution, setting the stage for another devastating escalation. Watch the video below about Hamas senior official Basem Naim laying out the group's position on disarmament in a Sky News interview. This video is from Cynthia's Pursuit of Truth channel on Brighteon.com. Sources include: TheCradle.co Harici.com.tr BalkanWeb.com TJVnews.com Shafaq.com BrightU.ai Brighteon.com
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