It Could Happen Here Palestinians Debate Armed Tactics
Mar 17, 2026
A deep look at the contested debate over armed tactics in Gaza. Discussion of ceasefire breaches, reconstruction pressures, and disarmament demands from international actors. Different Palestinian perspectives clash over whether weapons should be retained, stored, or turned over to national institutions. Polling and questions about legitimacy and who speaks for Palestinians are highlighted.
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Ceasefire Hasn’t Stopped Large Scale Violence
- The ceasefire in Gaza has been repeatedly violated with ongoing demolitions and restricted aid despite formal agreements.
- Dana El Kurd cites 600+ Palestinians killed since the ceasefire and attacks on at least 111 of ~130 ceasefire days, showing de facto continuation of hostilities.
Disarmament Is A Condition For Reconstruction
- U.S. and allied officials made disarmament of Hamas a central precondition for reconstruction and security operations.
- Dana El Kurd quotes President Trump and Ambassador Mike Waltz saying Hamas must disarm 'one way or another' and that international forces may enforce it.
Hamas Refuses Unconditional Disarmament
- Hamas rejects total disarmament unless tied to a Palestinian army or security force and resists international forces inside Gaza.
- Dana El Kurd relays Khaled Mishal saying Hamas might store weapons but will not disarm while occupation persists and opposes internal deployment of foreign forces.