### [2026-08-16](/feed/2026/08/16/index.md)

##### Gaza war
# United States envoys Jared Kushner meets with Hamas leaders to follow up on the U.S.-backed 20-point plan, with Hamas reaffirming their commitment to disarm and demilitarize Gaza. 




### Sources:

1. [Axios](https://www.axios.com/2026/08/16/kushner-hamas-gaza-disarmament-egypt-israel)

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