Israel rejects Trump's Gaza peace plan as Netanyahu insists on Hamas disarmament

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected a 15-point Gaza peace proposal championed by US President Donald Trump, stating that Israeli forces will not withdraw from the enclave without the complete disarmament of Hamas.

Addressing his cabinet, Netanyahu declared that "Israel rejects the 15-point document" and emphasized that the military "will not carry out any withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed." The refusal highlights an escalating rift between Washington and Jerusalem, despite reports that Israeli military operations in Gaza have recently slowed under American pressure.

Netanyahu's position comes as he faces upcoming domestic elections on October 27, balancing demands from far-right coalition partners against pressure from the United States for a cease-fire framework.

Sources: Cyprus Mail, France24, STV News, The Guardian, The Herald.