JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected the terms proposed by the Board of Peace regarding the disarmament of Hamas, intensifying the deadlock in negotiations to end the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip.

In a clear message to international mediators, Netanyahu reaffirmed that there will be no Israeli withdrawal from the Gaza Strip until Hamas is completely dismantled and disarmed. The Prime Minister's remarks directly countered suggestions that a compromise could be reached under the current framework proposed by the Board of Peace.

Political analysts are already questioning whether the rejection of these terms has effectively derailed the most viable path toward a ceasefire. The move has drawn intense scrutiny, particularly regarding the coordination between Israel and its primary ally, the United States. Reports indicate that friction may be resurfacing between Netanyahu and President-elect Donald Trump, with speculation mounting that the two leaders are at odds over the specific components of a prospective Gaza peace plan.

While the Board of Peace pushes for a cessation of hostilities, the Israeli government has remained steadfast in its military objectives. Following a weekend of intensified strikes in the region, the official response from Netanyahu’s office has been characterized by a notable silence regarding the finer details of Trump's proposed roadmap, signaling that Israel remains focused on its own security benchmarks before engaging in broader diplomatic concessions.

As the situation develops, the global community remains divided on the feasibility of a lasting peace. With Hamas still exerting influence and the Israeli military continuing its operations, the path to a sustainable resolution appears increasingly narrow, leaving negotiators to grapple with a conflict that continues to resist diplomatic solutions.

Source: The Times of Israel