In a press release, Hamas said; “Abu Marzouq is set to meet Lebanese officials and representatives from the Palestinian factions in Lebanon in an attempt to contain the situation in Ain Al-Hilweh and to reinforce the ceasefire that ended fierce clashes among the refugees.”

"Meetings with all national and Islamic Palestinian factions have been held," explained Hamas spokesman Jihad Taha. He pointed out that Lebanese officials from all levels are taking part in the meetings, and added that the root causes and consequences of the deadly clashes in the camp are being addressed, including the provision of emergency aid.