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Hamas Holds Arms Until Palestinian State, Tensions Escalate

8/4/2025

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Hamas vows to hold onto its arms until a sovereign Palestinian state is realized, signaling readiness to negotiate only when humanitarian aid flows into Gaza, where hunger is escalating. In response, Israel and the U.S. have adopted a hardline stance, rejecting partial agreements as tensions rise and protests intensify over the plight of hostages.

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Hamas vows to hold onto its arms until a sovereign Palestinian state is realized, signaling readiness to negotiate only when humanitarian aid flows into Gaza, where hunger is escalating. In response, Israel and the U.S. have adopted a hardline stance, rejecting partial agreements as tensions rise and protests intensify over the plight of hostages.