Israeli government rejects Trump's Gaza peace plan
Israeli Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu says Hamas's proposed plan for disarming is "unacceptable", rejecting the Trump administration's plans to end fighting in the Palestinian territory.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has strongly rejected the Trump administration's planned peace deal for Gaza. The deal, proposed by former US President Donald Trump, aimed to disarm Hamas and end the conflict in the Palestinian territory. However, Netanyahu dismissed the plan as "unacceptable," stating that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) will not withdraw until Hamas disarms, including heavy weaponry.
The Israeli government has been in discussions with the US regarding the deal but remains firm on its stance. The conflict in Gaza has resulted in over 1,200 casualties since October 2025, according to Palestinian health authorities. Despite Hamas's agreement to hand over its weapons, they have not been allowed to enter Gaza by Israel, forcing them to operate from Cairo.
Netanyahu also reiterated his stance against any potential Palestinian statehood, further complicating the negotiation process.
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