A major stumbling block in the proposed US-led ceasefire plan for Gaza has emerged as Hamas, the militant group controlling the territory, has agreed to disarm as part of the agreement, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has explicitly rejected the condition. The conflicting positions highlight deep divisions in the peace negotiations, raising questions about whether a lasting resolution can be achieved without addressing the core issue of Hamas' military capabilities. With both sides entrenched in their demands, the future of the ceasefire talks—and the humanitarian situation in Gaza—hangs in the balance. The impasse underscores the complex challenges in brokering a deal amid ongoing violence and political tensions.
Hamas has pledged to hand over its weapons as part of the US plan for Gaza, which Israeli PM Netanyahu has rejected.
