Hamas has formally submitted its response to US President Donald Trump’s peace plan, signaling a major shift in its stance on Gaza’s future. The Palestinian group said it was ready to hand over administration of the enclave to a government of Palestinian technocrats and to release all Israeli captives. The response, however, left unaddressed the question of Hamas’s disarmament. Instead, the group said it was prepared to “immediately enter” peace negotiations through mediators to resolve outstanding issues. President Trump delivered an unusual video address welcoming the response, calling it an “unprecedented” step in efforts to end the war. “I want…
Trump tells Israel ‘stop bombing’ Gaza after Hamas ceasefire reply
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