Jared Kushner, serving as an envoy for President Trump, is scheduled to travel to Israel next week to engage in high-level talks concerning the ongoing situation in Gaza. According to five sources familiar with the planning, this trip marks Kushner’s first visit to the region since January.

The primary objective of the visit is to advance the next phase of the White House’s Gaza strategy. This phase reportedly centers on the disarmament of Hamas and the potential for an Israeli military withdrawal from the territory. However, the proposal faces substantial hurdles, as the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed significant skepticism toward the U.S. framework.

Political timing is also a complicating factor for the discussions. With Israeli elections approaching in October, the Gaza issue has become increasingly sensitive. While the U.S. administration is pushing for progress, the Israeli leadership remains cautious about the implications of the proposed withdrawal and the broader security arrangements involved in the plan. The upcoming meetings are expected to test whether the U.S. can bridge the gap between its proposed strategy and the security concerns held by the Netanyahu administration.