Pakistan, June 10 -- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has called on Hamas to lay down its arms and transfer all military capabilities to Palestinian security forces. His demand came in a letter addressed to French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, foreign media reported.

In the letter, Abbas stated that Hamas would no longer govern Gaza and must hand over its weapons. He emphasized that the move is essential for restoring national unity and ensuring security for Palestinian citizens.

President Abbas also requested the deployment of Arab and international peacekeeping forces in Palestine. He proposed that these forces operate under a UN Security Council mandate as part of a stability and protection ...