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Israel rejects US-backed Gaza peace plan until Hamas disarms

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Posted Oct 25, 2026, 06:00 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-10-25-0600
Israel rejects US-backed Gaza peace plan until Hamas disarms
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a US-backed 15-point Gaza peace plan, demanding the full disarmament of Hamas before any troop withdrawal.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected a 15-point Gaza peace framework proposed by the United States, reiterating that Israeli forces will not withdraw from the enclave until Hamas is fully disarmed.

Speaking during televised cabinet remarks, Netanyahu explicitly addressed the plan put forward by US President Donald Trump's administration and previously endorsed by Hamas. He stated that "Israel rejects the 15-point document" and stressed that military operations to counter threats would persist until complete disarmament occurs.

The rejection highlights growing friction between Washington and Jerusalem ahead of Israel's general election scheduled for 27 October. Despite the public disagreement and Netanyahu's firm stance, active Israeli military offensive operations in Gaza have largely paused amid ongoing diplomatic pressure from the White House.

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

How outlets assessed this

  • Oct 25, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
    • Cyprus Mail Cautious Frames Netanyahu's rejection as an election campaign strategy balancing far-right coalition partners against US pressure.
    • France24 Critical Highlights the move as a major diplomatic break with US President Donald Trump following recent peace framework announcements.

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