Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli forces will not withdraw from their current positions in Gaza until Hamas is “genuinely” and “completely” disarmed. Multiple outlets report that his position sets a condition for any drawdown, tying it directly to the disarmament of Hamas militants.
Several reports also connect the comments to a recent US-backed proposal or deal discussed in Washington and presented as part of efforts to advance a ceasefire or Gaza arrangements. One outlet notes the White House has not commented on Netanyahu’s rejection. The overall emphasis across coverage is on Netanyahu’s stance toward withdrawal linked to Hamas disarmament, while details of the US proposal are mentioned but not expanded consistently by each outlet.
