The Final 10%: What Stands Between Gaza and a Landmark Peace Deal?

With a Gaza peace deal declared “90 per cent done” by US officials, the final, crucial 10 percent now stands between the region and a landmark cessation of a two-year war. This remaining fraction is composed of the intricate logistical details and firm commitments needed to turn a framework into reality.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlined the situation, explaining that while the main political agreement is in place, the “logistical piece” is now being finalized. This includes coordinating the simultaneous, safe movement of Israeli troops pulling back and hostages being released—a complex and high-risk operation.
The core deal, designed by President Donald Trump, has the provisional backing of Hamas and the stated support of Israel. It trades an Israeli withdrawal to the mid-August “yellow line” for the freedom of all captives. This central bargain represents the “90 percent” that has been achieved.
The final 10 percent also involves testing the sincerity of the parties. Rubio stated the U.S. would know “very quickly” if Hamas is serious during the current technical talks. Any hesitation or new demands could cause the entire structure to collapse, highlighting the fragility of the agreement.
President Trump’s ultimatum to Hamas—relinquish power or face destruction—is designed to force this final 10 percent to a close. It removes ambiguity and pressures the group to fully commit, making these last logistical talks the ultimate test of the entire peace process.