February 11, 2026
Will the US allow Hamas to remain armed in Gaza?
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Next Thursday, the Gaza Peace Council will convene.
The council will discuss the disarmament of Hamas.
According to a New York Times report, the American team has started formulating a plan.
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In the plan, they demand that Hamas hand over any weapon that "could threaten Israel." For example, missiles, launchers, etc. Initially, Hamas will be allowed to keep light weapons such as rifles and guns. However, they will have to report their weapons and gradually reduce them over time.
Israel has not yet responded to the reports. Prime Minister Netanyahu has previously stated that he will not agree to an arrangement that does not include the complete disarmament of Hamas. The defense establishment estimates that Hamas will not agree to hand over its weapons. There is concern that the move, if it happens, will be partial or symbolic.
So far, Hamas has not agreed to disarm. This is an important condition in Trump's peace plan. Many countries are unwilling to send troops to Gaza before this happens. The US hopes the new plan will allow progress.