Bereaved families group welcomes Netanyahu's rejection of 15-point peace plan, vows no retreat until Hamas disarmed

The response from the Heroic Forum follows Prime Minister Netanyahu's announcement during Sunday's cabinet meeting, where he explicitly ruled out the 15-point document presented by the Board of Peace. The Prime Minister emphasized that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will not perform any withdrawal from strategic positions in Gaza until a "real, not fake" disarmament of Hamas is achieved, covering all categories of weaponry.

Rejection of the 'Roadmap'

In its statement, the Heroic Forum characterized the proposed peace plan as a "roadmap to blood," warning that any premature withdrawal or compromise on security would undermine the sacrifices made by fallen soldiers. "As those who have lost what is most precious to them in this war, we will continue to insist that no step be taken until the disarmament of Hamas and the realization of the war's goals," the group stated. This position aligns with the forum's long-standing demand that Israeli security must remain exclusively in the hands of the IDF, a sentiment they previously conveyed in a formal letter to the Prime Minister earlier this month.

Alignment on Security Red Lines

The alignment between the bereaved families and the Prime Minister’s office underscores a rigid "security-first" consensus within the Israeli right. Netanyahu’s insistence on a comprehensive disarmament—including heavy and light weapons—serves as a prerequisite for any shift in military posture. While the Prime Minister acknowledged ongoing discussions with the United States regarding these terms, he noted that several American ideas remain unacceptable to Israel.

Domestic and Operational Context

This diplomatic friction occurs against a backdrop of a relative operational pause; military correspondents have noted that the IDF has largely refrained from major strikes in Gaza since last Monday. However, the Heroic Forum’s vow to continue its protest indicates that domestic pressure remains high to ensure this pause does not transition into a permanent withdrawal without the total dismantling of Hamas's military capabilities. The group emphasized that it will remain vigilant to prevent any return to the security reality that existed prior to the October 7 massacre.