Hamas Rejects Disarmament: Stands Firm on Palestinian Sovereignty

Hamas-led factions have rejected an international call to disarm, insisting that their resistance will continue until a sovereign Palestinian state is established with Jerusalem as its capital. This response follows a declaration by Saudi Arabia and France, supported by other Arab nations, advocating for disarmament and a two-state solution.

Hamas-led factions have firmly rejected calls to disarm, asserting that their resistance will persist until a fully sovereign Palestinian state is established with Jerusalem as its capital. This bold stance comes in response to a collaborative declaration by Saudi Arabia and France, pushing for the disarmament of Hamas and the handover of weapons to the Palestinian Authority.

The declaration, backed by Egypt, Qatar, and the Arab League, proposes a framework for a two-state solution and emphasizes the Palestinian Authority's governance over all Palestinian territories. Saudi Arabia and France are actively seeking additional international endorsement for this plan, aimed at resolving long-standing regional tensions.

Despite the diplomatic pressure, Hamas remains steadfast in its commitment to what it describes as 'resistance.' The group's refusal to lay down arms underscores the complexities of implementing a peaceful resolution in the region and the challenges faced by global powers advocating for a sustainable peace process.

(With inputs from agencies.)