The European Union has welcomed the announcement of an agreement on the permanent decommissioning of weapons from Hamas and other non-state armed groups, the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, and civilian transition in the territory. In a statement issued on 6 August 2026 on behalf of the bloc, the High Representative called on all parties to approve and implement the agreement without delay, describing it as a crucial step to ensure Hamas is disarmed and never again poses a threat to Israel's security. The statement also urged accelerated implementation of all provisions of UN Security Council Resolution 2803, in line with relevant UN resolutions and international law.
The statement, published by the European External Action Service, reaffirms the EU's commitment to the Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict under UNSCR 2803. It highlights the bloc's continued work through the European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EU BAM Rafah) and the European Union Police Mission for the Palestinian Territories (EUPOL COPPS), as well as efforts to ensure rapid, safe and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid at scale and the reconstruction and redevelopment of Gaza. The EU also reiterated its support for the Palestinian Authority, including its reform agenda, so that it can securely take back effective control of Gaza, and stressed the need for coordination between the Palestinian Authority and transitional governance structures.
In line with relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the New York Declaration, the EU reiterated its commitment to a comprehensive, just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution and expressed readiness to contribute to efforts towards that solution. The statement did not specify new financial commitments or concrete measures beyond existing missions and support, but it signals the bloc's continued engagement in the post-conflict arrangements for Gaza.
The agreement's implementation will directly affect several stakeholders. For the Palestinian Authority, the deal offers a pathway to regain administrative control of Gaza, but it also carries the burden of coordinating with transitional structures and managing reconstruction amid limited resources. For Israel, the decommissioning of Hamas's weapons addresses a core security concern, though the full withdrawal of forces and civilian transition will require careful security coordination. For the people of Gaza, the agreement promises an end to hostilities and the start of reconstruction, but the pace and scale of humanitarian aid and rebuilding will determine whether the transition delivers tangible improvements. For the EU itself, the statement reinforces its role as a diplomatic and security actor in the region, though its influence will depend on the effectiveness of its missions and the willingness of parties to cooperate.
The EU's position builds on its long-standing support for a two-state solution and its operational presence in the region through EU BAM Rafah and EUPOL COPPS. The statement does not introduce new policy directions but consolidates the bloc's stance following the announcement of the agreement, which was brokered by international mediators. The EU's next steps will likely involve monitoring the implementation of the agreement and adjusting its missions and support accordingly.