WIRE — A commander of an armed group operating against Hamas in southern Gaza has cast doubt on the prospects of the proposed second phase of the ceasefire, arguing that Hamas is unlikely to surrender its weapons. Hussam al-Astal, leader of the Israeli-backed militia known as the Strike Force Against Terror, told newsmen that he believes the Gaza militia commander says Hamas will reject any deal requiring disarmament
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