Netanyahu rejects Trump’s plan and conditions Gaza withdrawal on Hamas disarmament

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the recently proposed plan by the United States for the Gaza Strip, which had already been accepted by Hamas. According to Netanyahu, Israeli forces will not leave the Palestinian territory until Hamas is 'truly disarmed,' as reported on Sunday (9).

This rejection occurs in the context of a plan that outlined the second phase of a peace agreement proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, which implies a significant commitment from the Palestinian side of the equation.

On the other hand, Hamas has urged the United States to pressure Netanyahu to reconsider his decision to reject the peace plan. The Hamas appeal came immediately after Israel announced its rejection of the plan.

Hamas's statements indicate a willingness to proceed with peace negotiations, depending on the evolution of the situation and the Israeli side's responses to the proposals presented.

Additionally, the German government recognized Trump's plan as an opportunity to advance the disarmament of Hamas. A spokesperson for the German Foreign Ministry reinforced this position, highlighting the relevance of the plan in the current security context.

This development in the dynamics between Israel and Hamas, as well as the responses from the United States and Germany on the matter, illustrates a plurality of interests and challenges to be faced in this long-standing dispute.