Hamas Resists Disarmament Proposal Amid U.S.-Backed Gaza Plan Negotiations
Hamas has expressed opposition to a proposal for its disarmament as part of the second phase of a U.S.-backed plan for Gaza. The plan involves the gradual disarmament of Hamas, the transfer of governance to a Palestinian technocratic committee, and the reconstruction of Gaza. Despite ongoing negotiations, Hamas has indicated it will not agree to disarmament without guarantees of Israel fulfilling its commitments under the first phase of the ceasefire deal. These commitments include humanitarian aid and reconstruction supplies. Hamas is also demanding international guarantees involving Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, and has set red lines against unilateral disarmament. 
