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Renewed Conflict Looms as Hamas Talks Weapons, Israel Doubts

2/26/2025

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Mousa Abu Marzouk of Hamas hinted at possible negotiations regarding the group's weapons, but Israel remains doubtful about a full Gaza withdrawal and the return of hostages, particularly after recent delays in prisoner releases. The IDF is on high alert, warning that renewed conflict looms if the hostage deal collapses, as tensions escalate with both sides trading blame for setbacks.

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Mousa Abu Marzouk of Hamas hinted at possible negotiations regarding the group's weapons, but Israel remains doubtful about a full Gaza withdrawal and the return of hostages, particularly after recent delays in prisoner releases. The IDF is on high alert, warning that renewed conflict looms if the hostage deal collapses, as tensions escalate with both sides trading blame for setbacks.