Gibeonites try to fool the nation of Israel.

## men of Israel ##

This refers to the entire nation of Israel. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])

## the Hivites ##

These are also the Gibeonites.

## Perhaps you live near us. How can we make a treaty with you? ##

Joshua is emphasizing that the people of Israel have to follow the command of Yahweh above all else. AT:"If you do live near us, we cannot make a treaty with you." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])