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Is Hamas disarming?

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Hamas has not disarmed and continues to reject demands to lay down its arms, despite international pressure and peace plan requirements. Both Israeli and U.S. leaders insist disarmament is essential for lasting peace, but there is currently no evidence that Hamas is disarming.

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Hamas tightens its grip over Gaza enclave amidst calls to disarm

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  • Hamas has carried out public executions in Gaza, targeting alleged collaborators and rivals.
  • Following a ceasefire, Hamas has increased its presence and control in the enclave. 13s
  • Some Gaza residents have welcomed Hamas's deployment, citing increased stability. 28s
  • Israeli and US leaders have called for Hamas to disarm, a demand the group has rejected. 51s
  • Trump's peace plan excludes Hamas from future governance of Gaza, but the group seeks continued political involvement. 1m 18s
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Hamas tightens its grip over Gaza enclave amidst calls to disarm
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France 24
13 hours ago
Hamas tightens its grip over Gaza enclave amidst calls to disarm

The Israeli Prime Minister said the war cannot end until Hamas gives up its weapons. The group has rejected this, and Trump warned that disarmament will occur, either voluntarily or by force.

Hamas hands over hostage bodies after Israel threatens aid cut
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Reuters
13 hours ago
Hamas hands over hostage bodies after Israel threatens aid cut

Hamas has so far rejected demands it lay down its arms, despite threats of military action if it does not disarm.

Missing hostage renews tension amid Gaza peace plan progress
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10 News First
21 hours ago
Missing hostage renews tension amid Gaza peace plan progress

Trump is pushing ahead with phase two of his peace plan, which involves the disarming of Hamas. At this stage, there is no evidence of that yet.

Trump demands Hamas' demilitarisation
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Al Jazeera
1 day ago
Trump demands Hamas' demilitarisation

Phase two of Trump's peace plan calls for Hamas to disarm, something it's not agreed to. It's one of the many obstacles to lasting peace in the region.

U.S. president deserved the Nobel Peace Prize, senior advisor says
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Euronews
2 days ago
U.S. president deserved the Nobel Peace Prize, senior advisor says

Uncertainties persist regarding the disarmament of Hamas and its future role in Gaza. Details are lacking on this issue in the peace plan.

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