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Meanwhile, discussions are also centered around a possible bilateral agreement that could see Ukraine receiving preferential access to its rare earth minerals, vital for technological and military purposes. Trump’s administration seems eager to finalize such deals, contemplating a meeting with Zelensky to solidify commitments and ensure continued support.
Hamas Official’s Unexpected Admission and Ceasefire Challenges
In a rare admission, a senior Hamas official expressed regret about the October 7th attacks on Israel, stating that had he foreseen the full fallout, he would have opposed the operation. Musa Abu Mauk, head of Hamas's Foreign Relations Wing, acknowledged that if he had known how Israel would respond, supporting the attack would have been "impossible."