Israeli Strikes Kill 26 in Gaza as Hamas Accepts Disarmament Framework

Israeli forces killed at least 26 Palestinians in Gaza on August 1–2, 2026, even as Hamas formally accepted a disarmament framework and a 15-point ceasefire roadmap was announced. Israel cites "serious security concerns" and demands total Hamas disarmament before withdrawal. With October elections approaching, the gap between the diplomatic track and battlefield reality continues to widen.