Arab Nations Urge Hamas to Disarm in Effort to Advance Palestinian Statehood

Report by “Safarti Tarjuman” International News Desk

Middle East Bureau – Several Arab countries have jointly called on Hamas to disarm as part of growing regional efforts to advance the creation of a sovereign Palestinian state. The appeal, led by key members of the Arab League, signals a broader move toward political reconciliation and peaceful coexistence in the Middle East.

The initiative reflects increasing consensus among Gulf nations, Egypt, and Jordan that the path to Palestinian statehood must be rooted in unity, diplomacy, and a rejection of armed resistance. The call comes amid renewed global momentum for a two-state solution, with mounting pressure on Palestinian factions to unify under the Palestinian Authority (PA).

According to senior Arab diplomats, the collective appeal was made during recent multilateral meetings where the disarmament of Hamas was presented as a prerequisite for political integration and international recognition. Officials emphasize that support for Gaza’s reconstruction will only proceed under a civilian-led government committed to peace.

“The message is clear: weapons must give way to dialogue,” said a Gulf official familiar with the discussions. “A unified Palestinian voice is essential to achieving a viable and independent state.”

The proposal includes a vision for demilitarizing Gaza, integrating Hamas into the political mainstream, and aligning Palestinian leadership with the diplomatic frameworks endorsed by the United Nations and Western allies.

Despite the regional push, Hamas has rejected the disarmament calls, maintaining that armed resistance remains a legitimate defense against occupation. However, public sentiment in parts of the Arab world has shifted, with more citizens supporting peaceful statehood efforts over continued conflict.

Political analysts suggest that economic isolation, governance challenges in Gaza, and growing diplomatic isolation may eventually compel Hamas to re-evaluate its stance.

Arab states have also tied future aid to transparency and governance reform in Palestinian territories. Funding for Gaza’s rebuilding, long hampered by internal divisions and conflict, will now be conditioned on the establishment of a cohesive, civilian-led authority.

This regional initiative coincides with international diplomatic efforts to revive peace talks and implement a phased strategy leading to Palestinian statehood, with East Jerusalem envisioned as its capital.

The Arab League is expected to formally endorse the initiative at its next summit, with a proposal to present a united Arab front in discussions with the US, EU, and UN.

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