Israel has officially rejected US President Donald Trump’s 15-point plan for Gaza, according to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces will not withdraw from the territory until Hamas fully disarms, marking the first explicit rejection of the plan by Israel (sundayworld.co.za). The plan, presented by the US side, was not accepted by Israel, which insists on a complete disarmament of Hamas before any withdrawal.
Netanyahu’s rejection comes amid ongoing tensions in the region. The plan was described by some sources as the “only way forward” to avoid attacks similar to previous ones, though Israel’s stance remains firm (lalibre.be). Meanwhile, Trump has shifted his approach toward Iran, adopting a more restrained strategy to avoid direct confrontation (di.se).
In other developments, Trump has admitted to allowing economic pressure on Iran to increase, rather than ordering new attacks, as Iran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz (dnoticias.pt). This reflects a broader shift in US policy toward Iran, separate from the Gaza issue.
The rejection of the Trump plan highlights the deep divisions between Israel and the United States on how to resolve the Gaza conflict. The situation remains volatile, with no immediate signs of compromise.
