Netanyahu Rejects Trump's 15-Point Gaza Plan, Demands Hamas Disarmament
Key Points
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Trump's 15-point Board of Peace plan for Gaza on August 9, 2026, at a cabinet meeting.
- Netanyahu stated the Israeli army will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas is genuinely disarmed and will continue operations against threats.
- The US-led Board of Peace, directed by Nickolay Mladenov, previously agreed that Israeli withdrawal would only occur after Hamas disarmament is complete.
Israel's Military Operations Continue
Israel has maintained ongoing military operations in the Gaza Strip despite a ceasefire agreement with Hamas last October. According to reports, Israel has continued near-daily deadly attacks across Gaza since that ceasefire was implemented. Netanyahu's statement suggests the Israeli government sees no path to withdrawal under Trump's plan without what it considers genuine disarmament of Hamas.
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The rejection underscores deepening tensions over Gaza's future governance and security arrangements. Trump's 15-point proposal appears to have included mechanisms for Israeli withdrawal, but Netanyahu's cabinet position indicates the Israeli government views these withdrawal timelines as incompatible with its security requirements.
The dispute between Jerusalem and the Trump administration on Gaza's reconstruction and governance marks a rare point of friction between the two allies. Trump's Board of Peace proposal had represented a comprehensive attempt to chart a path forward for the enclave following months of conflict.
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What Happens Next
Netanyahu's rejection likely signals extended Israeli military presence in Gaza despite international pressure for withdrawal. The dispute between Jerusalem and Washington over withdrawal timelines may prompt Trump's team to revise the plan's terms. Hamas's previous endorsement suggests Palestinian leadership may seek alternative negotiations, potentially widening divisions between Israeli security demands and international peace frameworks.
Sources: Al Jazeera and other international news outlets.
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