Israel Rejects Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan
Israel has rejected a US-backed 15-point plan for Gaza, setting a firm condition for any military withdrawal.
The update
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a US-backed 15-point plan for Gaza, stating that the Israeli military will not pull out of the territory until Hamas is “genuinely” disarmed. The rejection comes after the US-led Board of Peace last month announced an agreement for the “complete disarmament” of Hamas and other armed groups. Hamas has said it would hand over heavy weapons only if Israel ended “all forms of aggression” and withdrew its forces.
Why it matters
This rejection creates a diplomatic stalemate. The peace plan was presented as a major step toward ending the conflict, but Netanyahu’s condition for withdrawal—verified disarmament of Hamas—has not yet been met. With Israel continuing to carry out strikes in Gaza since a ceasefire last October, the path forward remains blocked.
What to watch
How the Board of Peace responds to the rejection and whether it can pressure Israel to meet the disarmament condition. The status of ongoing ceasefire negotiations and the timing of Israeli elections also remain key factors.
Sources
- bbc.co.uk — Netanyahu's rejection statement and condition for withdrawal.
- nytimes.com — Background on the Board of Peace's announced agreement.
- aljazeera.com — Confirmation of the rejection and context on ongoing Israeli strikes.