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Trump Urges Gaza Disarmament Amid Smuggling Indictments

1/29/2026

Summary

Story summary

On January 29, 2026, Israeli police filed a prosecutor’s declaration against individuals suspected of smuggling goods from Israel into Gaza; indictments are expected soon, and a gag order lasts until February 10.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Hamas helped locate Ran Gvili’s body and urged disarmament.
Senior Hamas official Moussa Abu Marzouk denied any disarmament agreement, contradicting U.S. and Israeli claims, as the United States pursues Gaza governance.

History

Historical Context

The Oslo Accords, signed in 1993, marked a pivotal moment in Israeli-Palestinian relations, establishing a framework for Palestinian self-governance and mutual recognition between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). Despite initial hopes, ongoing disputes and violence have persisted, particularly regarding territorial control and security, underscoring the complexities and failures of the peace process initiated by these agreements.

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Story summary

On January 29, 2026, Israeli police filed a prosecutor’s declaration against individuals suspected of smuggling goods from Israel into Gaza; indictments are expected soon, and a gag order lasts until February 10.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Hamas helped locate Ran Gvili’s body and urged disarmament.
Senior Hamas official Moussa Abu Marzouk denied any disarmament agreement, contradicting U.S. and Israeli claims, as the United States pursues Gaza governance.

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