The United States has issued an extraordinary warning that Hamas is preparing to violate the fragile ceasefire in Gaza, saying it has received “credible reports” of an imminent attack against Palestinian civilians.

In a statement released Saturday local time, the US Department of State said it had informed the guarantor nations of the Gaza peace agreement, believed to include Qatar, Egypt and Turkey, of intelligence indicating a planned assault by the militant group.

“This planned attack against Palestinian civilians would constitute a direct and grave violation of the ceasefire agreement and undermine the significant progress achieved through mediation efforts,” the statement said.

“The guarantors demand Hamas uphold its obligations under the ceasefire terms. Should Hamas proceed with

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