Contributor: One key element is missing from the Israel-Gaza peace deal

The world is celebrating a possible breakthrough for Gaza, but the details still hinge on Israel’s decisions. Hamas agreed last week to total disarmament in exchange for Israel’s withdrawal from the occupied territory and a technocratic committee governing Gaza with the protection of an international force. The agreement can hold only if compliance on both sides is independently verified and a political road map is in place — not just promises.The Hamas movement, headed by a newly elected leader, Khalil al Hayya, agreed July 31 to the 15-point road map presented by the U.S.-created Board of Peace for implementing the next phases of the Trump administration’s Gaza peace initiative.But before anyone can start celebrating, Israel must also agree — and make good on its agreements.To be precise