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Netanyahu formalises rejection of US Gaza peace plan

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Posted Oct 24, 2026, 06:30 PM UTC · In the digest of 2026-10-24-1830
Netanyahu formalises rejection of US Gaza peace plan
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu officially rejected a 15-point US peace proposal, insisting forces will not pull back from Gaza until Hamas fully disarms.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected a 15-point Gaza peace proposal backed by US President Donald Trump, reiterating that Israeli forces will not withdraw from the enclave until Hamas is completely disarmed.

Speaking in televised remarks to his cabinet, Netanyahu stated that "Israel rejects the 15-point document" and emphasized that military forces "will not carry out any withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed." The statement formalizes a growing rift between Israel and the US administration, despite Israeli forces pausing offensive operations in Gaza following diplomatic pressure from Washington.

Netanyahu's refusal comes amidst campaigning for Israel's upcoming general election on October 27, where he faces competing pressure from coalition partners opposing concessions and international demands for a ceasefire settlement.

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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