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Firstpost29-12-2025, 22:00

Hamas Refuses to Disarm as Netanyahu & Trump Prepare for Crucial Gaza Talks

  • Hamas's armed wing, Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, reiterated its refusal to surrender weapons, a key hurdle for peace.
  • Israeli PM Netanyahu will meet US President Trump at Mar-a-Lago to discuss the fragile Gaza truce's second phase.
  • Netanyahu aims to push for Hamas's disarmament, Gaza's demilitarization, and a tougher US stance on Iran.
  • Trump reportedly seeks to announce a Palestinian technocratic government for Gaza and an international stabilization force.
  • US officials express concern over delays in the ceasefire's second phase and Netanyahu's approach.

Why It Matters: Hamas's refusal to disarm complicates crucial US-Israel talks on Gaza's future and Iran's threat.

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