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Netanyahu reiterates rejection of US-backed Gaza peace plan

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Posted Aug 12, 2026, 07:00 PM UTC · In the digest of 2026-08-12-1900
Netanyahu reiterates rejection of US-backed Gaza peace plan
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated his rejection of a 15-point US Gaza peace plan, insisting troops will not pull back until Hamas disarms.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected a 15-point Gaza peace initiative endorsed by US President Donald Trump, insisting Israeli forces will not pull out of the territory until Hamas disarms.

Speaking to his cabinet on Sunday, Netanyahu stated that "Israel rejects the 15-point document" agreed to by Hamas in late July. He added that the military "will not carry out any withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed" and would continue countering threats to its troops.

The announcement comes despite reported lulls in Israeli strikes following American diplomatic pressure. Netanyahu faces domestic political friction ahead of Israel's upcoming general election on October 27, balancing demands from far-right coalition partners against ties with Washington.

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

How outlets assessed this

  • Oct 16, 2026, 07:00 PM UTC
    • Cyprus Mail Cautious Framed Netanyahu's rejection through domestic re-election pressures and demands from far-right coalition allies.
    • France24 Skeptical Emphasized the rejection as a fresh diplomatic break between Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump.

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