The State Department said on Saturday that the U.S.-designated terrorist group Hamas is planning an "imminent" attack on Palestinians in Gaza, potentially violating the terms of its peace deal with Israel about a week after the pact's agreement.
"This planned attack against Palestinian civilians would constitute a direct and grave violation of the ceasefire agreement and undermine the significant progress achieved through mediation efforts," department officials said in a statement shared on the social platform X.
The statement added that if the attack proceeds, the U.S. will take measures "to protect the people of Gaza and preserve the integrity of the ceasefire."
"The United States and the other guarantors remain resolute in our commitment to ensuring the safety of civilians, maintain