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US Pressures Israel for Hamas Ceasefire Amid Tensions

11/5/2025

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The United States is increasing pressure on Israel to permit safe passage for approximately 200 Hamas operatives hiding in tunnels in southern Gaza as part of a ceasefire framework linked to Donald Trump's 20-point plan.
Israeli officials, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, oppose this approach, advocating for the arrest or shooting of the operatives.
Palestinian-American businessman Bishara Bahbah reported that Hamas is considering disarming in exchange for concessions, despite its previous stance linking disarmament to the establishment of a Palestinian state.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Hamas is willing to transfer control of Gaza to a Palestinian committee.

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The United States is increasing pressure on Israel to permit safe passage for approximately 200 Hamas operatives hiding in tunnels in southern Gaza as part of a ceasefire framework linked to Donald Trump's 20-point plan.
Israeli officials, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, oppose this approach, advocating for the arrest or shooting of the operatives.
Palestinian-American businessman Bishara Bahbah reported that Hamas is considering disarming in exchange for concessions, despite its previous stance linking disarmament to the establishment of a Palestinian state.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Hamas is willing to transfer control of Gaza to a Palestinian committee.