Netanyahu rejects Trump's Gaza peace plan, citing Hamas disarmament

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly rejected a 15-point peace plan for Gaza proposed by the Junta de Paz and announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. The plan aims to disarm Hamas, transfer control of the enclave to a Palestinian administration, deploy an international force, begin reconstruction, and secure a full Israeli withdrawal. Netanyahu stated on Sunday that Israel will not leave Gaza until Hamas is completely disarmed, citing security concerns and the need to prevent future attacks. The rejection creates a major obstacle to the plan's implementation and raises questions about the future of Gaza's governance and reconstruction. The plan had been seen as a potential framework to end the ongoing conflict, which has caused significant casualties and displacement. Netanyahu's stance suggests continued military operations and a prolonged stalemate, with regional and international actors closely watching the next steps.

Global Impact

The rejection has significant geopolitical implications, as it undermines a U.S.-backed initiative and may strain U.S.-Israel relations. Politically, it hardens the divide between Israel and Palestinian factions, reducing the likelihood of a negotiated settlement in the near term.