Hamas must disarm, not ‘disappear’ from Gaza: Board of Peace’s Mladenov
Summary
Nickolay Mladenov, a top diplomat working under President Donald Trump’s International Board of Peace, said Hamas could have a political role in Gaza if it disarms. The peace deal’s next phase is delayed because Hamas has not given up its weapons, while Israel continues military actions and controls over half of Gaza.Key Facts
- Mladenov said Hamas is not expected to disappear as a political group but must disarm to move forward.
- The ceasefire deal started in October 2023 with a prisoner exchange between Israel and Palestinians.
- The second phase requires Hamas to hand over weapons, Israeli troops to pull back, and Gaza to be rebuilt.
- Israeli forces have killed at least 856 Palestinians since the ceasefire began.
- Humanitarian groups say Israel has not allowed enough aid into Gaza.
- Hamas blames Israel for violating the ceasefire and calls for pressure on Israel to follow the deal.
- Reports show Israel increased attacks in Gaza by 35% in April compared to March.
- A UN inquiry found Israel’s actions in Gaza last year amounted to genocide, with intentional killing of civilians.
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