US envoy Kushner discusses Gaza reconstruction and demilitarization
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Jared Kushner, Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu
Gaza Strip / Israel
August 17, 2026
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Jared Kushner stated that the US will not allow Gaza reconstruction until Hamas disarms. Israel continues strikes on Gaza; death toll figures are reported. Trump called for an end to strikes, citing Hamas's agreement to disarm.
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