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Trump’s envoy says Hamas disarmament could begin within 30 days

Source: thehindu.comOriginal report

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The article details a US-led initiative for a Gaza peace plan, focusing on the disarmament of Hamas. US envoy Jared Kushner met with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas officials to discuss the decommissioning of weapons under the supervision of an American general. The plan aims to end the Gaza war, with Israel insisting on disarmament before any pullout or reconstruction. Hamas has reportedly committed to the plan, which includes handing over weapons to a new Palestinian governing body, though Israel retains the right to self-defense if Hamas re-arms.

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The article details a US-led initiative for a Gaza peace plan, focusing on the disarmament of Hamas. US envoy Jared Kushner met with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas officials to discuss the decommissioning of weapons under the supervision of an American general. The plan aims to end the Gaza war, with Israel insisting on disarmament before any pullout or reconstruction. Hamas has reportedly committed to the plan, which includes handing over weapons to a new Palestinian governing body, though Israel retains the right to self-defense if Hamas re-arms.

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