Netanyahu Rejects Trump-Backed Gaza Plan, Insists Hamas Must Disarm

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a US-led Gaza plan endorsed by Hamas, creating a fresh disagreement with US President Donald Trump.

 Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel rejects the 15-point proposal, despite Trump previously describing the agreement as a major step towards peace.

He insisted that Israeli forces would not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed.

Netanyahu also said Israel would continue to prevent threats against its troops and citizens.

The Israeli leader, however, described Trump as a strong friend of Israel while stressing that some parts of the US proposal were unacceptable to his government.