Hamas has rejected a US-backed disarmament plan, viewing it as a 'trap' that could destabilize Gaza and Palestinian society.

Hamas rebuffs ‘trap’ disarmament plan as Israeli violations stall ceasefire process Sources say Hamas rejects US-backed proposal, citing failure to implement first phase of ceasefire and concerns over Gaza security https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/hamas-rebuffs-trap-disarmament-plan-israeli-violations-stall-ceasefire-process from #MiddleEastEye April 19, 2026 Palestinian sources with direct knowledge of the talks told #MEE that #Hamas views the plan, presented earlier this month, as a “trap” designed to ignite civil war in the #Gaza Strip and destabilise #Palestinian society. The group fears the proposal would leave Palestinians in Gaza defenceless while allowing Israeli-backed armed gangs to operate freely and spread disorder. ...opposition is even stronger within its military wing, which considers disarmament “collective suicide”. They added...that the proposal targets Palestinian armed groups while failing to address armed gangs operating under Israeli direction inside Gaza. #StopGazaGenocide #FreePalestine #news #politics #Israel #Palestine

Hamas rebuffs ‘trap’ disarmament plan as Israeli violations stall ceasefire process https://lemmy.ml/post/46143996

Hamas rebuffs ‘trap’ disarmament plan as Israeli violations stall ceasefire process https://lemmy.ml/post/46143997

Hamas rebuffs ‘trap’ disarmament plan as Israeli violations stall ceasefire process https://lemmy.ml/post/46143998

Hamas rebuffs ‘trap’ disarmament plan as Israeli violations stall ceasefire process https://lemmy.ml/post/46144000