A US official stated that Hamas disarmament is "a real possibility," but acknowledged it is "a very, very hard thing to believe they'll do," comparing odds to betting against it in a Las Vegas casino, according to an X post by ElizHagedorn during the 29-minute reporting window ending at 2:16 p.m. UTC on Jan. 15, 2026. The official's remarks, shared by journalist ElizHagedorn on X at 2:16 p.m. UTC, highlight the challenges of Hamas surrendering arms amid ongoing regional discussions. No additional details on the context or location of the official's statement were provided in the X post during this period.
