The push for Hamas to disarm isn’t just another geopolitical headline—it signals a rare, unified stance from Arab states that could reshape the stalled peace process. While the story’s got layers (sports triumphs and celebrity intrigue don’t hurt), the real weight lies in whether Hamas will budge, and what that could mean for Gaza’s future.

PRESS REVIEW - Thursday, July 31: We look at reactions to a call by Arab nations for Hamas to disarm in order to establish peace in the Palestinian territories. Also: French Olympic champion Léon Marchand smashes a record at the world championships in Singapore. And: is a new celebrity couple on the horizon? Speculation is rife after singer Katy Perry was seen dining with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau!

Arab nations are urging Hamas to lay down its weapons and step aside in Gaza, framing it as a critical step toward peace in the region. Meanwhile, French swimmer Léon Marchand just shattered a world record in Singapore, and gossip mills are churning over a possible new celebrity couple—Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau—after they were spotted dining together.