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Palestinian Activist Leads U.S.-Hamas Ceasefire Talks Amid Crisis

5/28/2025

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Bishara Bahbah, a passionate Palestinian-American activist, is at the forefront of U.S.-Hamas negotiations for a ceasefire as Israeli airstrikes continue to devastate Gaza. While a truce seems imminent, U.S. officials refute claims of Hamas's agreement. Compounding the crisis, a U.S.-backed aid group faces backlash for its militarized tactics and possible neglect of those most in need.

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Bishara Bahbah, a passionate Palestinian-American activist, is at the forefront of U.S.-Hamas negotiations for a ceasefire as Israeli airstrikes continue to devastate Gaza. While a truce seems imminent, U.S. officials refute claims of Hamas's agreement. Compounding the crisis, a U.S.-backed aid group faces backlash for its militarized tactics and possible neglect of those most in need.