Links to two reports: from the Associated Press and National Public Radio; others are accessible by clicking on its name or initials. (Scroll up or down for today’s IRAN, LEBANON, UKRAINE and MEDIA, and down for GAZA 7-31-26.) — MCM

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Hamas’s agreement to disarm raises hope in Gaza, by Toqa Ezzidin | AP  CAIRO — For Palestinians in Gaza, President Donald Trump’s announcement that Hamas had agreed to disarm was a small sign of hope that Israel’s attacks might end, allowing them to rebuild their lives and what remains of their homes. But it also clashed with the reality on . . . Click HERE for report including video and photos.

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FROM JULY 31  Trump’s plan for Gaza faces huge hurdles ahead. Reported by Frank Langfitt and Juana Summers | NPR  President Trump announced a “historic breakthrough” in his plan to bring peace to Gaza, but huge hurdles remain.. Click HERE to listen and read.

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