Netanyahu Rejects Trump's Gaza Peace Plan, Rules Out Palestinian State

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a 15-point peace plan for Gaza proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Netanyahu declared that Israel will not withdraw from the Palestinian enclave until Hamas is completely disarmed, emphasizing that the Israeli Defense Forces will remain to ensure the country's security and borders.

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The Israeli prime minister emphasized that the Israeli Defense Forces will remain until Hamas is fully disarmed and will continue to protect the citizens and borders of the country.

Speaking at a cabinet meeting, Netanyahu addressed regional developments, noting Iran's pattern of attacking other countries in the region but not Israel. He suggested this restraint stems from an understanding of the severe response Israel would deliver if attacked. He also dismissed criticisms, attributing them to those who previously advocated for withdrawals from Gaza or non-intervention in Lebanon and Iran.

Regarding Iran, Netanyahu expressed gratitude to President Trump, calling him Israel's greatest friend in the White House, and highlighted strategic cooperation against Iran's nuclear ambitions. He vowed that Iran would not acquire nuclear weapons as long as he is prime minister, asserting that Israel's existence is non-negotiable.

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Iran attacks every country in the region, but there is one country it has not attacked: Israel. So far, it has not attacked us. It may, but why has it been so many weeks without doing so? Because it knows the powerful blow it will receive if it dares.

Concerning Lebanon, Netanyahu reported decisive action by Israel, neutralizing terrorists and conducting significant operations. For Gaza, he firmly stated that a Palestinian state would not be established while he serves as prime minister. He reiterated his rejection of the 15-point document, insisting Israeli forces would only withdraw after Hamas's full disarmament.

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As long as I am prime minister, Iran will not acquire nuclear weapons, and the existence of Israel is not up for negotiation.

Netanyahu concluded by affirming Israel's unwavering stance, even with close allies, when national interests are at stake. He pointed to Israel's resolute actions in Rafah, the Philadelphi Corridor, Lebanon against Hezbollah, and strikes in Iran as proof of its determination.

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As long as I am prime minister, there will be no Palestinian state in Gaza or the West Bank.