Hamas says it will hand over weapons to a Palestinian authority 'if the occupation ends'
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- Hamas announced its willingness to surrender its weapons to a future Palestinian authority, contingent upon the end of Israeli occupation. This statement comes amid ongoing violence in Gaza, where over 360 Palestinians have reportedly been killed since a ceasefire began on October 10, highlighting the dire humanitarian situation in the region.
- The potential disarmament of Hamas could signal a significant shift in the power dynamics within Palestinian governance, especially as various armed groups opposed to Hamas are emerging, some reportedly backed by Israel, seeking influence in any future peace framework.
- This development occurs against a backdrop of skepticism among Palestinians regarding the durability of the ceasefire, with concerns about ongoing Israeli military actions and the humanitarian crisis deepening, as the death toll in Gaza surpasses 70,000 since the onset of the conflict.
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