Hamas: Disarmament Poses Risks to Palestinians

Hamas’s political leader Khaled Meshaal reiterated the group’s refusal to disarm, arguing that doing so would leave Palestinians vulnerable to Israeli aggression. He proposed a long-term truce while maintaining their weapons, suggesting that reconstruction efforts are necessary to prevent renewed conflict. Meshaal emphasized the significance of Palestinian statehood, citing October 7, 2023, as a pivotal moment for their cause, and called for international support to solidify their legitimacy. He framed Israel as a pariah state, drawing parallels to South Africa’s apartheid regime.

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