Hamas Awaits Mediators’ Reply on Gaza Deal’s Second Stage

Hamas said it is waiting for an official reply from the Board of Peace and mediators on implementing the second stage of the Gaza ceasefire. A senior source in the terrorist organization said Hamas and other Palestinian factions remain committed to what they say was agreed, including obligations for all parties. The Board of Peace said Israel will withdraw only after Hamas has fully surrendered light and heavy weapons, military infrastructure and tunnels. The published roadmap conditions further Israeli withdrawal on verified Hamas disarmament.