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Israel attacks Gaza after Hamas agrees to disarm
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Israel attacks Gaza after Hamas agrees to disarm

Israel launched strikes across Gaza killing at least two Palestinians, just hours after Hamas agreed to a draft peace deal that would see it disarm in exchange for an Israeli military withdrawal. An Israeli official has made clear troops will not pull back without what it calls 'genuine' disarmament, casting doubt on the deal's immediate prospects. Donald Trump, meanwhile, insisted Israel is 'very happy' with the proposal.

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