World reacts with cautious optimism to Hamas disarmament agreement
Summary
Hamas has agreed to a deal to gradually give up its weapons if Israel withdraws its forces from Gaza. The agreement, confirmed by the United States and other countries, aims to end nearly three years of conflict. Some Israeli leaders oppose the plan, while Hamas says it will only disarm if Israel stops fighting and withdraws completely.Key Facts
- Hamas agreed to disarm in stages as part of a new war-ending deal.
- Israel would pull its forces out of Gaza under the agreement.
- The deal was announced by President Donald Trump and supported by mediators from Egypt, Qatar, Turkiye, and the US.
- An earlier ceasefire from October 2023 reduced violence but did not fully stop fighting.
- Some Israeli officials, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, strongly oppose the plan.
- Hamas says it will only disarm after Israel ends attacks and leaves Gaza.
- The agreement includes plans for a Palestinian governing committee and international forces to stabilize Gaza.
- There is skepticism over whether the deal will succeed due to mistrust between both sides.
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