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Disarmament of Hamas Begins in March Amid Ongoing Crisis

2/15/2026

Summary

Story summary

Efforts to disarm Hamas are on track, with the Rafah crossing reopened and a technocratic committee formed.
Disarmament is set to begin in March, prioritizing tunnels and heavy weaponry, with small arms addressed last.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israeli Prime Minister) joined the U.S. Board of Peace, coordinating these efforts.
About one million Gazans still need emergency shelter.
International troops will not deploy until Hamas disarms.

History

Historical Context

The Oslo Accords, signed in 1993 by Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, initiated a peace process aimed at resolving territorial disputes and establishing Palestinian self-governance. Despite creating the Palestinian Authority, ongoing violence from groups like Hamas and Israeli settlement expansion have complicated efforts for lasting peace, influencing current disarmament initiatives and regional stability.

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Story summary

Efforts to disarm Hamas are on track, with the Rafah crossing reopened and a technocratic committee formed.
Disarmament is set to begin in March, prioritizing tunnels and heavy weaponry, with small arms addressed last.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israeli Prime Minister) joined the U.S. Board of Peace, coordinating these efforts.
About one million Gazans still need emergency shelter.
International troops will not deploy until Hamas disarms.

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