Smotrich and Strock oppose 'dangerous' Gaza framework
Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Orit Strock are demanding a suspension of the proposed international stabilization framework for Gaza. They argue the plan fails to ensure demilitarization and compromises Israel's security objectives.
Why it matters
The opposition from key cabinet members highlights internal political friction regarding the post-war governance and security strategy for Gaza.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Minister Orit Strock have sent an urgent letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanding the immediate convening of the Security Cabinet and the suspension of the entry of the International Stabilization Force (ISF) into the Gaza Strip.
The two ministers are calling for a Cabinet decision to halt the implementation of the "roadmap" published by the Peace Council and to require the international body to amend the framework so that it aligns with Israel's war objectives and the commitments made to the country.
In their letter, the Cabinet members argue that the official document published by the Peace Council differs substantially from the framework presented to ministers during Security Cabinet discussions.
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