The European Union is considering providing funding and expertise to support the disarmament of Hamas, as outlined in United States President Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza. The bloc's foreign ministers will meet to discuss the potential role Europe could play in the ongoing peace process, following its exclusion from the initial ceasefire negotiations.

A circulated document suggests that the European Union may offer technical support for disarmament, ramp up humanitarian aid, and possibly redeploy a monitoring mission at the Rafah crossing with Egypt. The bloc is also expected to assist with reconstruction efforts, though diplomats emphasize that Middle Eastern states should take the lead and caution against rebuilding if future offensives are possible.

European Union officials are debating whether to drop proposals for sanctions on Israel, such as curbing trade ties, in light of the ceasefire deal. While Israel urges the removal of these measures, several member states believe they should remain as leverage to secure progress in the peace process.

Internal divisions within the bloc have limited its influence during the conflict, but the European Union aims to maximize its leverage and play a key role in Gaza's recovery and future governance.