Tel Aviv Says Kushner Accepts Netanyahu’s Position on Gaza

Jared Kushner, U.S. President Donald Trump's envoy and son-in-law, has reportedly aligned with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's position to pursue military operations in Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed. Tel Aviv announced this agreement on Monday, following Kushner's meeting with Netanyahu in Israel.

The meeting occurred a day after Kushner engaged with Hamas's political leader in Egypt, aiming to revitalize a U.S. plan to end the conflict. However, as the discussions took place, the Israeli military issued a warning, alleging that Hamas is deceiving the U.S. and mediators with a facade of moderation while maintaining its objective to destroy Israel.

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Hamas is deceiving the US and mediators with a false appearance of moderation while maintaining their long-term objective of destroying Israel.

According to the Israeli newspaper Maariv, security assessments indicate that Hamas views the ongoing U.S. mediation as a crucial "lifeline." Simultaneously, the group is reportedly working to repair its military infrastructure in Gaza under existing constraints. Israeli security officials cited by the paper suggest that despite pragmatic public statements, Hamas has not abandoned its core goals and sees international and U.S.-backed diplomatic tracks as a means to navigate pressure. The newspaper expressed doubt that Hamas would fully honor its promises to relinquish all weapons, predicting future attacks on Israel.

While Kushner and Netanyahu held a four-hour meeting, the Israeli army confirmed ongoing raids in Gaza and southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Washington is reportedly growing concerned that Israel is attempting to delay the process, introduce new conditions, and alter the sequence of Trump's 15-point plan for ending the war. Sources familiar with the matter indicated to Yedioth Ahronoth that the U.S. feels Israel is "playing games."

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They feel Israel is playing games.