Disarmament

Minister of Finance and Religious Zionism party chairman Bezalel Smotrich stated that the army will have to disarm Palestinian areas in Judea and Samaria, warning that the proliferation of illegal weapons poses a major security threat.

According to diplomatic sources, Rome has drafted a document outlining the roles of the new international force intended to replace UNIFIL. The Italians propose supporting the Lebanese army logistically and operationally, and assisting it in demilitarization tasks. However, the Lebanese army commander expressed opposition to the latter point.

Lebanese sources indicate that the lack of a verification mechanism is delaying the expansion of pilot zones for IDF withdrawal. Lebanese Army Commander Rudolph Hikal is in Rome to discuss the mechanism, international force composition, and the future of UNIFIL.

Netanyahu demanded that Kushner and Mladenov work to stop Hamas's funding sources and obtain guarantees for its disarmament. Political source: No further withdrawal from Gaza will be carried out until the weapons are destroyed, which will be done under American supervision.

Israel and the Americans agreed that no further withdrawal from Gaza will be carried out without the disarmament of Hamas under American supervision. Benjamin Netanyahu clarified that until the weapons are destroyed, the IDF will remain on the yellow line and maintain freedom of action against threats.

The Prime Minister of Iraq has set a deadline of September 30 for armed factions to hand over their weapons to the state, and is preparing for a confrontation with those who refuse. Simultaneously, Baghdad is conducting talks with the Revolutionary Guards to restrain the militias.

The international mechanism for dismantling the terrorist organization is taking shape. Israel and Lebanon have reached a preliminary agreement on the participation of four countries: the UK, Italy, Switzerland, and Indonesia.

Trump's Gaza plan offers Israel security, verifiable disarmament of Hamas, and a path to rebuilding the devastated strip. Netanyahu's categorical rejection is a reckless act.

Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the IDF will not withdraw until Hamas is truly disarmed. However, security officials warn that without preventing the entry of foreign forces and a technocratic committee, these statements remain empty rhetoric amid missed operational opportunities.

The Americans are proposing to neutralize the weapons at the moment of handover, including by removing critical parts or melting them down completely. Israel demands that the weapons be removed from the Gaza Strip and handed over to a non-Arab entity. Simultaneously, the Peace Council is pushing to begin the process for fear that Hamas's agreement to surrender the weapons might be rescinded.

"When I say the disarmament of Hamas, it means heavy weapons, less heavy weapons, all weapons. And we are talking about real disarmament, not fictitious disarmament," stated the Prime Minister, who for the first time personally announced Israel's refusal to accept the presented outline. The announcement may spark disagreements with the USA.

Another confrontation occurred today, Wednesday, between Israel's political echelon and the Peace Council regarding the issue of immunity and amnesty for Hamas terrorists as part of a disarmament plan.

The 15-point document agreed upon by Peace Council diplomats includes Hamas's commitment to surrender all weapons and relinquish control over the Gaza Strip. Despite the historic nature of the deal, Israel remains deeply concerned about implementation and security guarantees.

Gaza residents express deep despair over the lack of real change and distrust in the parties involved. They fear that both Hamas and the Israeli government are merely maneuvering rather than seeking an end to civilian suffering.

The reality in the Gaza Strip is shaped by three power centers: the IDF, Hamas, and local militias. The struggle over weapons and security mechanisms remains the primary obstacle to any future settlement.

The Prime Minister's Office criticized the proposed plan for the disarmament of Hamas, clarifying that it does not reflect Israel's position. In light of President Donald Trump's remarks, Jerusalem warns that the terrorist organization has used the ceasefire to rebuild its military infrastructure.

Three days after the signing of the Hamas disarmament agreement, liquidations in the Gaza Strip continue despite the US administration's demand for a ceasefire. While many issues remain unresolved, security officials emphasize: "We will continue to eliminate imminent threats."

The agreement announced by the US President will only be successful if disarmament, the withdrawal of Israeli troops, the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, and regional guarantees are advanced as a unified process, rather than a race against time.

Anyone who believes that Hamas, which continued to arm itself, recruit thousands of terrorists, and murder its opponents even after the return of the hostages, will suddenly change its ways is deceiving primarily itself.

The roadmap published by the Peace Council for the Gaza Strip contains ambiguous clauses. The document fails to guarantee the full disarmament of Hamas, posing significant long-term security risks for Israel.

As announced by US President Donald Trump, a historic achievement is emerging: the full demilitarization of the Gaza Strip and the end of Hamas rule. In the coming weeks, the organization is expected to begin handing over all its weapons.

During the 'Patriots' program on Channel 14, Dr. Edy Cohen responded to Donald Trump's announcement regarding an agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas. Cohen expressed deep skepticism, calling the move a 'trap' designed to secure aid and reconstruction for the Gaza Strip without the terrorist organization actually disarming.

US President Donald Trump announced last night that the Peace Council has reached a "historic" agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip. He described the move as a major step toward lasting peace and security.

During the program "The Patriots" on Channel 14, Yaki Adamker stated that negotiations with Hamas have no chance of success. He argued that the terrorist organization is merely trying to buy time to rearm.

Further progress is being recorded in the negotiations regarding the next phase in the Gaza Strip. The "Peace Council" has published a statement detailing the principles of a roadmap that includes the complete disarmament of Hamas, the destruction of tunnels, and the dismantling of weapons production facilities to achieve full demilitarization.

The Hamas leadership in Gaza has conveyed a message to the leadership abroad, agreeing to the latest draft presented by mediators regarding weapons and governance in Gaza within the Peace Council plan. The draft primarily defers these issues to later stages of negotiations.

The Lebanese Foreign Minister said in an interview with the French weekly "Journal du Dimanche" that "the visit of the President of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun, contributed to breaking the deadlock on the issue of the pilot zones." Rajeh emphasized that "the problem is the organization, not the Shiite community."