Palestinians long for peace in Gaza but doubt Trump's disarmament deal with Hamas will hold
Palestinians in Gaza are expressing skepticism regarding a disarmament deal between Hamas and the U.S. government, citing concerns over Israel's commitment to the agreement. The deal is contingent on Israel withdrawing forces and ending strikes, which many residents doubt will occur.
Why it matters
This reflects the ongoing humanitarian crisis and the deep-seated distrust in diplomatic efforts to resolve the long-standing conflict in Gaza.
Rabih Al-Balawi says he has been displaced 23 times during the war in Gaza. ( ABC News )
Palestinians living in Gaza have voiced doubts that Hamas's pledge to disarm will bring about peace in the war-torn enclave.
It comes after Donald Trump said the militant group relinquishing its weapons would be followed by Israel withdrawing from Gaza.
Hamas has said the agreement hinges on Israel leaving the strip and ceasing strikes.
Link copied Share Share article Palestinians in Gaza have expressed scepticism about Hamas's declaration it will lay down its weapons in a bid to kickstart the stalled peace process, concerned it will not actually change the situation in the war-ravaged strip.
On Friday, local time, US President Donald Trump heralded Hamas's agreement to "completely disarm", after months of backroom diplomacy to convince the militant group to make the concession.
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