Israeli official says troops won't pull back in Gaza without 'genuine' Hamas disarmament

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A senior Israeli official stated that Israeli troops will not withdraw from Gaza without the "genuine disarmament" of Hamas, while Hamas insists on an end to Israeli aggression and withdrawal as prerequisites for handing over heavy weapons. This disagreement comes after former President Trump announced an agreement for Hamas's disarmament, which he described as a "big step for the Middle East" but was dismissed by Israel's National Security Minister.

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Donald Trump insists Israel is "very happy" with a proposal for the Palestinian group to give up weapons in exchange for an Israeli withdrawal.

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