In a significant declaration, Israel has committed to a full withdrawal of its forces from Gaza as part of a comprehensive peace deal. A senior official confirmed the government’s acceptance of a U.S. proposal that pairs this withdrawal with the return of all hostages and the complete disarmament of Hamas.
The promise of a full withdrawal is a major component of the deal, addressing a key demand of Hamas and the international community. It signals that Israel is not seeking a long-term reoccupation of the Gaza Strip and is prepared to end its military presence there, provided its security conditions are met.
This commitment is part of a grand bargain at the heart of the proposal. The end of the Israeli military operation and occupation is the primary incentive offered to Hamas. In return, the group must relinquish its hostages and its arsenal, fundamentally altering the security balance in the region.
With Israel’s commitment to a full withdrawal now on the table, the offer to Hamas is more compelling than ever. It presents a clear choice: the end of the Israeli military presence in Gaza at the cost of their own military power. The decision rests with them.
