Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected a 15-point peace plan for the Gaza Strip, marking a notable public disagreement with the proposal backed by Donald Trump’s Board of Peace. The plan, introduced in July, outlined a framework requiring Hamas to disarm in exchange for a complete withdrawal of Israeli military forces from Gaza and a transition toward an independent Palestinian governing authority.

In a public statement, Netanyahu characterized the rejection as a necessary response to what he described as a "wave of rumours" regarding Israeli weakness and potential territorial withdrawals. He emphasized that Israel would not be swayed by international pressure to conclude its military campaigns in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran unless the terms align with Israel's strategic requirements and security interests.

This development highlights a significant friction point between the Israeli government and the architects of the proposed peace framework. While the plan aimed to establish a path toward stability through disarmament and a change in leadership, Netanyahu’s response indicates that his administration remains committed to its current military objectives. The Prime Minister’s comments serve as a direct rebuke to the specific conditions laid out in the 15-point proposal, signaling that Israel intends to maintain its current operational posture despite external efforts to facilitate a ceasefire and political transition.