Hamas has its own disarmament vision as Gaza truce enters critical phase

Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal stated on December 11, 2025, that the group seeks US approval for its disarmament plan as part of the Gaza ceasefire's second phase. Speaking to Al Jazeera, Meshaal outlined Hamas's vision for managing its weapons arsenal, including storing and safeguarding them to prevent future conflict with Israel. This proposal aims to address a major obstacle in the ceasefire agreement, which also involves Israeli withdrawal and a formal end to the war. Meshaal emphasized that Hamas's disarmament approach is crucial for ensuring Israel honors the deal and preventing further aggression against Gaza. He cautioned against surrendering weapons entirely, viewing it as detrimental to the organization.

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