Netanyahu Dismisses Trump’s Gaza Proposal, Citing Hamas Disarmament Demand

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a 15-point plan put forward by former President Donald Trump for the Gaza Strip, insisting that Israeli forces will remain deployed until Hamas is completely disarmed.

In a statement issued from his office, Netanyahu said the proposal, which was presented during recent discussions, does not align with Israel’s core security requirements. He emphasized that any ceasefire or political arrangement must first guarantee the elimination of Hamas’s military capabilities, including its rocket arsenal and tunnel network.

The prime minister’s dismissal marks a clear divergence from Trump’s approach, which reportedly included phased Israeli withdrawals and the establishment of a temporary administrative body in Gaza. Netanyahu argued that such steps would risk leaving the territory under the control of a weakened but still operational Hamas, which he described as unacceptable.

Israeli officials familiar with the matter said the

Israeli officials familiar with the matter said the government is prepared to consider alternative frameworks, but only if they include strict verification mechanisms and a timeline for full disarmament. Meanwhile, Palestinian factions have not formally responded to the plan, though local analysts suggest that Hamas would likely oppose any measure that strips it of its weapons.

The United States has not commented on Netanyahu’s rejection, but diplomatic sources indicate that Washington remains committed to brokering a sustainable ceasefire. The impasse underscores the deep divisions over Gaza’s future, with Israel prioritizing security and many international actors pushing for a broader political process.

As negotiations continue behind closed doors, Netanyahu reaffirmed that Israel will not compromise on the disarmament condition, stating that any deviation would embolden extremists and undermine regional stability. The coming weeks are expected to bring renewed diplomatic pressure, but the prime minister’s stance appears firm for now.