Israel wants ‘genuine’ disarmament of Hamas

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President Trump says the Board of Peace deal will result in the "complete disarmament" of Hamas in Gaza. Hamas says the handover of its heavy weapons depends on Israel ending "all forms of aggression" and withdrawing from Gaza. Israel says of Hamas: "We have to verify what they are doing, not what they are saying." Could this agreement lead to a lasting peace?

Also in the programme: We speak to a member of the UK all-female chess team who’ve been told to add a male player to the squad to comply with diversity rules. And the ancient Greek instrument enjoying a boost in recognition after featuring on the soundtrack to Sir Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of The Odyssey.
31 Jul 6PM English United Kingdom TV & Film

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