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Hamas Retains Control, Complicating Fragile U.S. Ceasefire Efforts

10/20/2025

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Hamas Maintains Control

Hamas plans to maintain security control in Gaza during an interim period, complicating U.S. ceasefire efforts.
A senior Hamas official said disarmament depends on the nature of the project.
U.S. envoy Jared Kushner emphasized that Israel must support Palestinian welfare for regional integration.
Hamas has not returned all deceased hostages.
The ceasefire remains fragile as Israel halts aid transfers after alleged Hamas violations.

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Kushner's Negotiation Challenges

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff said Israel's airstrikes on Hamas leaders in Qatar during negotiations undermined U.S. efforts and strained Qatar ties.
The Israeli military targeted key Hamas figures linked to the October 7 massacre, but most survived.
Following the strikes, Khalil al-Hayya met Kushner and Witkoff in Egypt to finalize a ceasefire effective October 10.
All 20 living hostages were returned to Israel, while 18 bodies remained unreturned.

History

Historical Context

The Oslo Accords, signed on September 13, 1993, marked a pivotal moment in Israeli-Palestinian relations, establishing the Palestinian Authority for limited self-governance in parts of the West Bank and Gaza. Despite initial hopes, ongoing violence, including Hamas attacks, and failure to resolve key issues like disarmament have perpetuated conflict, complicating U.S. efforts for peace and highlighting the Accords' incomplete implementation.

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Hamas Maintains Control

Hamas plans to maintain security control in Gaza during an interim period, complicating U.S. ceasefire efforts.
A senior Hamas official said disarmament depends on the nature of the project.
U.S. envoy Jared Kushner emphasized that Israel must support Palestinian welfare for regional integration.
Hamas has not returned all deceased hostages.
The ceasefire remains fragile as Israel halts aid transfers after alleged Hamas violations.

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