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Hamas weapons remain central issue in Gaza future negotiations
Published 2 July 2026 · world
The future of Hamas's weapons has emerged as a central sticking point in negotiations over Gaza's reconstruction and political future. Israel has made disarmament a
The future of Hamas's weapons has emerged as a central sticking point in negotiations over Gaza's reconstruction and political future. Israel has made disarmament a condition for rebuilding, while Hamas argues its weapons are tied to an unresolved struggle against occupation.
Palestinians remain divided on the issue, with some calling for weapons to fall under a legitimate governing authority and others insisting disarmament cannot precede an end to occupation.
For many, the deeper question is whether any arrangement can deliver lasting stability and political rights. Al Jazeera's Tareq Abu Azzoum reports from Gaza City,
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Published: July 2, 2026 • 7:34 PM IST · Updated: July 2, 2026 • 8:13 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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The future of Hamas's weapons has emerged as a central sticking point in negotiations over Gaza's reconstruction and political future.
Israel has made disarmament a condition for rebuilding, while Hamas argues its weapons are tied to an unresolved struggle against occupation.
Palestinians remain divided on the issue, with some calling for weapons to fall under a legitimate governing authority and others insisting disarmament cannot precede an end to occupation.
For many, the deeper question is whether any arrangement can deliver lasting stability and political rights.
Al Jazeera's Tareq Abu Azzoum reports from Gaza City, Palestine.
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