Hamas Refuses Disarmament Talks Until Israel Fulfills Phase 1 Obligations

On April 3, 2026, Hamas formally reiterated its refusal to discuss disarmament under the Board of Peace framework until Israel fulfills all obligations under Phase 1 of the Trump Gaza plan, including a full withdrawal from populated areas and completion of all prisoner exchanges. Hamas officials stated that raising the weapons question before Phase 1 is complete is unacceptable. This position stalls the Board of Peace 8-month disarmament proposal that was submitted to Hamas on March 24, 2026, which called for gradual disarmament with five principles: reciprocity, sequencing, verification, reintegration/amnesty, and timeline flexibility. Hamas had counter-proposed a 3-year timeline allowing retention of light arms.