Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem announced on Thursday that the group is prepared to execute a peace roadmap established by the Board of Peace. The group accused the Israeli government of blocking both a ceasefire and the implementation of a 15-point plan for the Gaza Strip.
The 15-point roadmap for Gaza's transition
The 15-point roadmap for Gaza's transition aims to shift governance and security to Palestinian hands through a structured process established by the Board of Peace. This plan, which was announced in July, includes the disarmament of Hamas and other Palestinian factions alongside a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces. According to the report, the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, led by Ali Shaath, is intended to manage essential services during this period.
Under this framework, the disarmaament process would be managed by Palestinians rather than being handed over to Israeli authorities. The goal is to transition civilian and security responsibilities to a Palestinian national committee to ensure stability in the enclave.
Benjamin Netanyahu’s August rejection of disarmament terms
Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the proposed roadmap in August, creating a significant hurdle for the Board of Peace's objectives. The Israeli Prime Minister has insisted that complete disarmament of all factions must occur before any Israeli military withdrawal is considered. This stance creates a fundamental deadlock with Hamas, which maintains it is ready to implement the plan as outlined.
As the source states, Hamas holds the Israeli government responsible for the current obstruction of the ceasefire. The group argues that while they have taken the necessary steps to prepare for the roadmap, Israel continues to escalate attacks on Palestinians in Gaza instead of meeting its commitments.
UN Resolution 2803 and the international stabilization force
The UN Security Council provided a legal foundation for a transitional administration via Resolution 2803 in November 2025. This US-backed framework authorizes the deployment of a temporary international stabilization force to assist in the transition. The resolution is intended to provide the necessary legal basis for international actors to enter the region and oversee the peace process.
The success of this international involvement depends on the ability of the US administration and the Board of Peace to facilitate the entry of a Palestinian technocratic committee. This committee would be tasked with carrying out specific duties to support the people of Gaza during the transition period.
The 73,928 death toll and the missing pieces of the ceasefire
The current ceasefire remains highly unstable as the death toll in Gaza has reached 73,928. These rising casualties underscore the fragility of the existing truce and the urgent need for both Hamas and Israel to adhere to the roadmap. The report highlights that continued violations by Israel have contributed to the increasing humanitarian crisis.
Several critical questions remain regarding the implementation of the Board of Peace plan. It is still unclear if the US administration will successfully facilitate the entry of the technocratic committee into the Gaza Strip,or if the international stabilization force will be able to deploy effectively. Furthermore,the source notes that the roadmap's progress depends on whether the disarmament and Israeli withdrawal—which are linked steps—can be verified by international observers.
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