An Israel Hayom editorial argues that opposition to the 15-point Gaza framework reflects a cross-party Israeli consensus. The piece warns that the plan would turn the International Stabilization Force into a shield for Hamas, allow Qatar and Turkey to judge disarmament, and leave heavy weapons stored in Gaza warehouses.
An editorial published Tuesday by Israel Hayom argues that opposition to the 15-point Gaza framework reflects a cross-party Israeli consensus from left to right. The piece lays out four core objections: the International Stabilization Force (ISF) would effectively protect Hamas by interposing Muslim soldiers between the IDF and the terror group; Qatar and Turkey would serve as judges on Hamas disarmament, despite their roles as interlocutors; heavy weapons would remain stored inside Gaza rather than removed, meaning the Strip would not be fully demilitarized; and no Israeli government can accept an arrangement that leaves Gaza armed and relies on wordplay.
The editorial echoes themes raised Monday by Israel Hayom journalist Ariel Kahana, who reported that opposition leaders from across the spectrum had demanded full Hamas disarmament as a precondition. The 15-point plan, brokered with US and Egyptian involvement, has drawn growing criticism in Israel over its handling of weapons control and the role of external actors. A senior Israeli political source told Channel 12 last Thursday that the current framework is unacceptable in its present form, and on Sunday Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that the IDF will not withdraw until Hamas is completely disarmed.
2 developments
- DevelopingPolitical source: Israel rejects current Gaza framework, cites insufficient Hamas disarmament provisions
- DevelopingPeace Council official: Gaza deal was coordinated with Israel, rejects new disarmament demand
- DevelopingMinister Barkat: 15-point plan leads to Palestinian state, not defeat of Hamas
- StrongGaza Envelope Forum says framework has 20 points, calls for canceling Articles 17 and 19
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