Israel rejects US peace plan for Gaza as Netanyahu demands Hamas disarmament

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected a 15-point peace plan for Gaza proposed by US President Donald Trump's administration, stating that Israeli forces will not withdraw until Hamas is "genuinely disarmed."

In televised remarks to his cabinet on Sunday, Netanyahu directly opposed the US-backed proposal, which had previously been endorsed by Hamas in late July. While diplomatic pressure from Washington has largely halted offensive operations in Gaza, Netanyahu emphasized that Israeli troops would continue acting against potential security threats. The refusal highlights growing friction between Jerusalem and the White House. Netanyahu faces domestic political pressure from far-right coalition partners while campaigning ahead of Israel's general election scheduled for 27 October.

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