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Hamas Leader Rejects Disarmament as Israeli Occupation of Gaza Continues Unabated
Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal rejects disarmament calls, saying it would make Palestinians vulnerable to Israeli occupation in Gaza.
Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal has rejected calls to disarm Palestinian factions in Gaza, arguing that stripping weapons from an occupied people would make them vulnerable to exploitation by external forces. The rejection comes as Israeli occupation of Gaza continues, with tensions remaining high between the two parties. Hamas's stance on disarmament is likely to further strain relations between Palestinians and their Israeli occupiers. The situation remains volatile, with ongoing clashes and protests reported in the region.
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