Israel conveys 'concerns' to U.S. on Gaza plan, keeps up strikes on territory
Israel has expressed concerns to the U.S. regarding a Gaza peace plan proposed by President Donald Trump, citing discrepancies between the public version and Israel's security requirements. Meanwhile, Israel continues military operations, alleging that Hamas is rearming despite a ceasefire.
Why it matters
The friction between the U.S. administration and the Israeli government regarding post-war Gaza governance highlights ongoing geopolitical instability in the Middle East.
Israel said on Monday (August 3, 2026) it had expressed concern to the United States about a plan to end the Gaza war hailed by President Donald Trump, as it kept up strikes on the Palestinian territory.
It marks the latest sign of disconnect between Mr. Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces a tough reelection fight in October and has heavily promoted his relationship with the U.S. leader, whom he met again last week.
Mr. Netanyahu's office demanded more concrete disarmament by Hamas, which on Friday (July 31) announced it would give up weapons under the Mr. Trump plan to a nascent Palestinian governing committee.
"Israel has conveyed its comments and concerns on the proposed framework to our American counterparts. The version that has been made public does not reflect Israel's positions," Doron Spielman, spokesman for the Prime Minister's office, told AFP.
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