Netanyahu reiterates rejection of US Gaza peace plan until Hamas disarms

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected the US-backed 15-point Gaza peace framework recently endorsed by Hamas, reiterating that Israeli troops will not withdraw from the territory without complete Hamas disarmament.

In televised remarks to his cabinet on Sunday, Netanyahu stated that Israel "will not carry out any withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed" and pledged to maintain operations against ongoing security threats. The stance highlights an ongoing rift with US President Donald Trump, who recently promoted the proposal as a path toward ending the conflict.

Netanyahu's refusal comes amid domestic political pressure ahead of Israel's national election scheduled for October 27, as he balances demands from far-right coalition allies against diplomatic pressure from Washington.

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