Reported deal between Palestinian factions and Israel ‘inaccurate’, Islamic Jihad says

According to the Saudi Gazette, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad movement has publicly disputed reports of a finalized agreement between Palestinian factions and Israel regarding the disarmament of armed groups in the Gaza Strip. A spokesperson for the movement described the circulated reports as 'inaccurate,' noting that the group maintains significant reservations regarding the terms currently under discussion.

The statement follows recent announcements attributed to US President Donald Trump, which suggested that a roadmap for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other militant groups had been reached, contingent upon a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces. However, the situation remains highly volatile, with conflicting narratives emerging from various stakeholders involved in the mediation process.

Hamas has also clarified its position, emphasizing that it will not entertain any discussions regarding disarmament until a full withdrawal of Israeli military forces from the Gaza Strip is guaranteed. Ghazi Hamad, a member of the Hamas negotiating delegation, confirmed to Al Jazeera that the group views disarmament as a secondary issue strictly linked to the cessation of Israeli military presence in the territory.

These developments highlight the significant obstacles facing international efforts to secure a lasting peace deal in Gaza. While recent diplomatic roadmaps have offered a rare glimmer of hope for de-escalation, the fundamental disagreements between the involved parties regarding the sequence of security guarantees and territorial control continue to complicate the path toward a formal agreement.