EU welcomes Gaza disarmament agreement as Israel and Iran pause strikes

The European Union has welcomed a reported agreement on the disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, calling it a 'constructive step towards peace.' This development comes as Israel and Iran appear to have paused strikes after exchanging fire for the first time since a ceasefire was agreed two months ago. A Hamas official stated the group would hand over weapons to a new Gaza administration, contingent on the withdrawal of Israeli troops.