Arab Nations and Allies Condemn Israel Over Gaza Peace Plan Rejection
· World · ABC News (AU), Al Jazeera
Five Arab countries, alongside Türkiye, Pakistan, and Indonesia, have jointly condemned Israel's rejection of US President Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza. In a formal statement, foreign ministers argued that opposing the road map threatens extensive diplomatic efforts to end the war and places full responsibility for any escalation on Israel. The diplomatic push coincides with reports that US special envoy Jared Kushner has traveled to Egypt for meetings with Hamas representatives. Earlier, Hamas announced it would surrender its weapons to a new Palestinian governing body under the US-backed ceasefire framework. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the agreement, expressing skepticism that Hamas would fully disarm despite assurances regarding troop positions.
Why it matters
The joint condemnation by regional powers and US allies deepens diplomatic friction over the post-conflict governance of Gaza, complicating US-led mediation efforts.
Read the original report — ABC News (AU)
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