Arab nations urge Hamas to disarm in response to Starmer's ultimatum on Gaza.

Arab nations, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, have called on Hamas to disarm and relinquish control of Gaza. This marks the first time these countries have denounced Hamas and insisted that the group should not have a role in the future of Palestine.

The move follows an ultimatum issued by Sir Keir Starmer to Israel, stating that if steps are not taken to end the conflict in Gaza by September, the UK will recognize Palestine. Fourteen other nations, including Britain and France, have also joined in demanding the disbandment of Hamas.

The declaration, issued after a United Nations conference in New York, emphasizes the need for Hamas to transfer power in Gaza to the Palestinian Authority, surrender its weapons, and work towards a sovereign and independent Palestinian state with international support.

French foreign minister Jean-Noel Barrot described the Arab nations' stance as historic and unprecedented, noting their condemnation of Hamas and call for its disarmament and exclusion from Palestinian governance.

The UK government, led by Sir Keir Starmer, has recalled the Cabinet to address the situation in Gaza, urging Israel to allow more aid into the region, halt land annexations in the West Bank, agree to a ceasefire, and engage in a long-term peace process within the next two months.

Criticism of the UK's stance has been voiced by individuals like Emily Damari, a British-Israeli woman formerly held hostage by Hamas, who views the ultimatum as a reward for terrorism. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has also strongly opposed the decision, warning of the dangers of appeasing terrorist groups like Hamas. US President Donald Trump has criticized the UK for what he perceives as rewarding Hamas with the ultimatum.