Hamas Defiant Amid International Calls to Disarm
Hamas remains resolute in its stance against disarmament, insisting that resistance will continue until an independent Palestinian state is established with Jerusalem as its capital. International pressure, led by Saudi Arabia and France, calls for Hamas to relinquish weapons in favor of Palestinian Authority governance.

Hamas has declared its unwavering commitment to continue its resistance until it achieves the formation of an independent Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital. This statement comes in response to a recent declaration by Saudi Arabia and France urging the group to disarm.
The declaration, supported by Egypt, Qatar, and the Arab League, calls for Hamas to hand over its weapons to the Palestinian Authority, which they support as the ruling power over Palestinian territories. The initiative aims to advance the agenda of a two-state solution.
Efforts are underway by Saudi Arabia and France to galvanize further international backing for their proposal, which outlines strategic measures towards achieving the long-sought political resolution in the region.
(With inputs from agencies.)