In a significant blow to US President Donald Trump's Middle East peace initiative, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that his government will reject a 15-point plan aimed at resolving the decades-long conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The plan, unveiled by Trump in a surprise move earlier this week, had sparked both hope and skepticism among international leaders. While the proposal included steps such as a temporary ceasefire and increased economic aid, Israeli officials have expressed concerns that it does not adequately address the country's security concerns and may even compromise on key issues like Jerusalem's sovereignty. With tensions already running high in the region, Netanyahu's rejection of the plan is likely to have far-reaching implications for the future of peace talks in the Middle East.
Israel rejects Trump’s 15-point Gaza plan, Netanyahu says.