Hamas says a deal has been reached in Gaza, and other developments in the Middle East

The main development in the Middle East on Friday was Hamas confirming that it will disarm in a potential breakthrough for ending the war in Gaza

The main development in the Middle East on Friday was Hamas confirming that it will disarm in a potential breakthrough for ending the war in Gaza

There has been no immediate statement from Israel regarding the agreement.

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