The fragile disarmament framework faces immediate stress as Israeli military operations intensify despite Hamas agreeing to consider phased weapons surrender. In the days following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a phased disarmament framework on July 30-31, 2026, Israeli forces have escalated strikes across Gaza, killing at least 17 people including children in early August. Hamas characterized the plan as a “draft” but signaled openness to the concept, provided Israel actually stops shooting and pulls back its troops. Hamas says it won’t disarm until Israel pulls back. The core dispute has remained consistent: should Hamas disarm before Israel withdraws, or should both happen simultaneously?