U.S. envoy says disarming Hamas is key to long-term peace
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The U.S. envoy to the Middle East, Steve Whitkov, told the 'Israeli' newspaper 'Israel 'Hayom that the United States will work to convince Hamas that disarmament is the right path to achieving long-term peace.
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Whitkov also addressed the ongoing crisis at the Rafah crossing, stressing the need for it to reopen. He noted that the crossing has increasingly been used as a "bargaining chip" and emphasized that the United States has made a commitment on the matter and is determined to see it fulfilled.
The envoy’s remarks highlight Washington’s ongoing diplomatic efforts in the region amid heightened tensions between Israel and Gaza.
