Hamas denies it expressed willingness to disarm, slams Witkoff’s Gaza trip
Summary
Hamas has denied reports that it is willing to disarm as part of ceasefire talks with Israel. The group insists it has a right to keep its weapons while Israeli occupation continues. This response follows comments from a U.S. envoy about potential Hamas disarmament.Key Facts
- Hamas rejected claims that it agreed to disarm during ceasefire talks with Israel.
- A U.S. envoy reportedly told families of Israeli captives that Hamas indicated willingness to be demilitarized.
- Hamas asserts its right to keep weapons to resist Israeli control until a Palestinian state is created.
- More than 1,300 Palestinians have died in recent months trying to get food at GHF distribution sites in Gaza.
- The Trump administration supports GHF operations despite criticism and U.S. intent to disarm Hamas.
- International efforts are underway to recognize a Palestinian state due to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- The UK may recognize a Palestinian state if Israel does not implement a ceasefire.
- A UN meeting resulted in support for a solution encouraging Hamas to hand weapons to the Palestinian Authority.
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