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Hamas Vows Not to Disarm Ahead of Trump-Netanyahu Meeting

Published December 29, 2025, 20:10
Hamas Vows Not to Disarm Ahead of Trump-Netanyahu Meeting

The armed wing of Hamas, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, reiterated its intention not to disarm, just hours before the meeting between Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida. Hamas rejects the demand for disarmament, which is a key topic of discussion for the future of Gaza. The Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades confirmed the death of their spokesperson, Abu Ubaida, which had been announced by Israel since August. His successor, using the same pseudonym, stated that their people will continue to defend themselves as long as the occupation continues and will not surrender. The Trump-Netanyahu meeting aims to accelerate the procedures for the start of the second phase of the fragile ceasefire in Gaza, which has been in effect since October. The US and regional mediators are seeking a sustainable solution for the region.