Washington DC, July 31 -- US President Donald Trump on Friday hailed the Board of Peace agreement to disarm Hamas under a new Gaza roadmap as a "great breakthrough," saying the development marks a significant step towards peace and security in West Asia.

Speaking during the 13th known meeting of his Cabinet at Camp David, Trump said Israel was pleased with the understanding reached and described the agreement as one that many had previously considered impossible to achieve.

"We do have an understanding with Israel. Israel is very happy about it. They've been very good about it. Most people said that would be a deal that would be undoable," Trump said.

Describing the development as a major diplomatic achievement, Trump said, "It's a gre...