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International Forces Arrive Amid Hamas Disarmament Doubts

10/28/2025

Summary

Story summary

Israeli officials express skepticism that Hamas will disarm, citing Hamas' refusal to comply with agreements.
An international stabilization force, including troops from Indonesia, Pakistan, and Azerbaijan, is expected to help maintain security in Gaza.
Senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya says disarmament would occur only if the occupation ends.
Hamas has indicated a willingness to accept United Nations (UN) peacekeeping forces under a peace plan.

History

Historical Context

The Oslo Accords, signed in 1993 between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), aimed to establish a framework for peace and Palestinian self-governance. Despite initial optimism, ongoing violence, including Hamas attacks, and Israeli settlement expansion undermined the process. The failure to resolve key issues by the 1999 deadline has left a legacy of skepticism and conflict, highlighting the need for renewed international efforts.

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Story summary

Israeli officials express skepticism that Hamas will disarm, citing Hamas' refusal to comply with agreements.
An international stabilization force, including troops from Indonesia, Pakistan, and Azerbaijan, is expected to help maintain security in Gaza.
Senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya says disarmament would occur only if the occupation ends.
Hamas has indicated a willingness to accept United Nations (UN) peacekeeping forces under a peace plan.

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