Senior Hamas official Nazzal says he cannot answer yes or no on whether Hamas will give up arms, according to Reuters
- Disarmament is a broad issue that would have to include other armed Palestinian groups.
- Hamas 'will be present' on ground during an interim period led by an administration of technocrats.
- Hamas presence on the ground is needed to protect aid deliveries from thieves and armed gangs.
- Elections should be held after a transitional phase.
- Hamas wants 3-5yr truce to rebuild Gaza, and this is not to prepare for renewed war.
- Responding to Nazzal's remarks, Israeli PM's office says Hamas are to be disarmed, 'no ifs, no buts'
- Israeli PM's office says Hamas knows where hostage bodies are and Hamas must adhere to Trump's 20-point plan and they are 'running out of time' .
17 Oct 2025 - 17:26- ForexGeopolitical- Source: Reuters
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