Hamas official says group would lay down its weapons if a two-state solution is implemented

ISTANBUL (AP) — According to a top Hamas political official speaking to The Associated Press, the Islamic militant group is open to a ceasefire lasting five years or longer with Israel. They have also stated their willingness to disarm and transition into a political party, provided that an independent Palestinian state is formed based on the borders before 1967.

The remarks were made by Khalil al-Hayya…