Hamas has denied reports that it agreed to disarm during ceasefire talks with Israel, asserting that armed resistance will continue until Palestinians gain full national rights and an independent state with Jerusalem as its capital. The statement came after U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff claimed Hamas showed willingness to lay down arms. Hamas called the envoy's Gaza visit a staged event to mislead the public. Several Arab and Western nations are pushing for Palestinian statehood, with the UK considering recognition if Israel fails to meet conditions.