Netanyahu rejects Trump-backed Gaza peace plan
The Israeli prime minister says his country will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas fully disarms, putting him at odds with a US-backed roadmap endorsed by the group.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed the U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan proposed by President Donald Trump on Sunday. The 15-point document, which calls for Israeli troops to withdraw from Gaza once Hamas is fully disarmed, was rejected by Netanyahu. He made this clear during a Cabinet meeting, stating that the Israeli military would only withdraw if Hamas was genuinely disarmed, including heavy and lighter weaponry.
Despite its objections, Israel is reportedly still in talks with Washington, with Netanyahu describing Trump as "our greatest friend in the White House." However, Netanyahu also emphasized that Israel will not budge on this matter, as they have ideas, some of which are acceptable to them, and others that are not.
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