#israel #palestine : #war / #truce / #uspeaceplan / #claimtopower

»“Our position on int. forces is clear,” #Hamas spokesman Qassem told AFP.
“We want #peacekeepingforces that monitor the #ceasefire, ensure its implementation, & act as a buffer between the occupation army & our people in the #Gaza Strip, without interfering in Gaza’s internal affairs.”«

https://www.straitstimes.com/world/middle-east/hamas-says-open-to-gaza-peacekeeping-force-but-rejects-interference

See also:

„Hamas reportedly holds leadership vote at critical moment for militant group“
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/feb/20/hamas-reportedly-holds-leadership-vote-at-critical-moment-for-militant-group

Hamas says open to Gaza peacekeeping force, but rejects interference

It said the peacekeeping forces should monitor the ceasefire and act as a buffer between "the occupation army and the people in Gaza". Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The Straits Times

#israel #palestine : #war / #gaza / #hamas / #claimtopower / #violence

„Hamas reasserts control in Gaza with price controls and fees, raising doubts over Trump’s transition plan and its promise to disarm and step down.“

https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3332867/hamas-tightens-grip-gaza-trump-plan-faces-hurdles

See also:

„Hamas quietly reasserts control in Gaza as post-war talks grind on“

https://www.straitstimes.com/world/middle-east/hamas-quietly-reasserts-control-in-gaza-as-post-war-talks-grind-on

Hamas tightens grip on Gaza despite Trump’s ceasefire plan

Hamas reasserts control in Gaza with price controls and fees, raising doubts over Trump’s transition plan and its promise to disarm and step down.

South China Morning Post
The Coming Clash Over Syria

Israel and Turkey are on a collision course.

Foreign Affairs