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Israel Warns Hamas: Disarm or Face Military Action

4/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Israel warns Hamas that all options are open if it does not respond by the weekend to a U.S.-backed plan tying disarmament to the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.
Former United Nations official Nickolay Mladenov is set to meet with Hamas to discuss their response.
Mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey suggest a phased approach may be possible.
Israeli officials say military action may be necessary if Hamas refuses to disarm.

History

Historical Context

The Camp David Accords, signed on September 17, 1978, by Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, established a framework for peace between Egypt and Israel. Brokered by U.S. President Jimmy Carter, the accords led to Egypt's recognition of Israel and Israel's withdrawal from the Sinai Peninsula, reshaping Middle Eastern politics and highlighting ongoing tensions over Palestinian statehood.

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Story summary

Israel warns Hamas that all options are open if it does not respond by the weekend to a U.S.-backed plan tying disarmament to the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.
Former United Nations official Nickolay Mladenov is set to meet with Hamas to discuss their response.
Mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey suggest a phased approach may be possible.
Israeli officials say military action may be necessary if Hamas refuses to disarm.

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