Israeli Far-Right Coalition Rejects US-Led Gaza Governance Plan Over Settlement Fears.
In a move likely to further destabilize already tense relations, far-right ministers in Israel's governing coalition have rejected a US-backed plan for postwar governance in the Gaza Strip. The proposal, aimed at establishing a new framework for peace and stability in the war-torn territory, would bring together world leaders including Turkey and Qatar.
The plan's rejection was led by Bezalel Smotrich, Israeli far-right finance minister who has been vocal about his opposition to Palestinian statehood and settlement expansion. Smotrich criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for what he saw as a lack of leadership on the Gaza issue, instead calling for a military government in the territory that would prioritize immigration and settlement.
The US-backed plan involves an advisory role for Turkey's foreign minister and a Qatari diplomat, alongside other regional and international officials. The proposal has sparked concerns among far-right coalition members who fear it could undermine Israeli control over the Gaza Strip.
In a statement on social media, Smotrich expressed opposition to countries that support Hamas hosting them in Gaza. He also urged Netanyahu to take a firmer stance against US pressure, warning of potential strain on relations with Washington.
Netanyahu's government has faced intense pressure from its far-right allies to pursue more aggressive policies towards Palestinians and their supporters. The prime minister himself has objected to key elements of the US plan, citing concerns over coordination with Israel and policy consistency.
Turkey and Egypt have already expressed opposition to Israeli involvement in post-war Gaza governance, further complicating the already fraught situation. Pakistan's government has received an invitation to join the US-led board of peace, which could further exacerbate tensions among coalition members.
The proposal is part of a broader US effort to broker a ceasefire and establish transitional governance in Gaza. However, with violence persisting and at least 451 Palestinians reported killed since the current ceasefire took effect last October, the prospects for lasting stability look increasingly uncertain.
In a move likely to further destabilize already tense relations, far-right ministers in Israel's governing coalition have rejected a US-backed plan for postwar governance in the Gaza Strip. The proposal, aimed at establishing a new framework for peace and stability in the war-torn territory, would bring together world leaders including Turkey and Qatar.
The plan's rejection was led by Bezalel Smotrich, Israeli far-right finance minister who has been vocal about his opposition to Palestinian statehood and settlement expansion. Smotrich criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for what he saw as a lack of leadership on the Gaza issue, instead calling for a military government in the territory that would prioritize immigration and settlement.
The US-backed plan involves an advisory role for Turkey's foreign minister and a Qatari diplomat, alongside other regional and international officials. The proposal has sparked concerns among far-right coalition members who fear it could undermine Israeli control over the Gaza Strip.
In a statement on social media, Smotrich expressed opposition to countries that support Hamas hosting them in Gaza. He also urged Netanyahu to take a firmer stance against US pressure, warning of potential strain on relations with Washington.
Netanyahu's government has faced intense pressure from its far-right allies to pursue more aggressive policies towards Palestinians and their supporters. The prime minister himself has objected to key elements of the US plan, citing concerns over coordination with Israel and policy consistency.
Turkey and Egypt have already expressed opposition to Israeli involvement in post-war Gaza governance, further complicating the already fraught situation. Pakistan's government has received an invitation to join the US-led board of peace, which could further exacerbate tensions among coalition members.
The proposal is part of a broader US effort to broker a ceasefire and establish transitional governance in Gaza. However, with violence persisting and at least 451 Palestinians reported killed since the current ceasefire took effect last October, the prospects for lasting stability look increasingly uncertain.
this whole thing is just so draining 
i mean, what's going on with these far-right coalition members? Can't they see how their actions are affecting innocent people in Gaza? 
it's like, don't they care about the human cost of war and conflict? 
. And what's up with Netanyahu? He's always talking about taking a firmer stance, but when does he actually take action? 
. We have the power to create change, let's use it! 
just read that Israel's far-right coalition rejected a US-led plan for postwar governance in Gaza 
what's going on?! Bezalel Smotrich is being super dramatic about it too 
- all of a sudden countries supporting Hamas are the bad guys 
wouldn't that be awesome?! 
Pakistan's invited to join the board now tho... let's just say this whole situation is getting messier by the minute 
i'm getting so tired of these politicians just being all dramatic and stuff about it... smotrich is basically trying to sabotage everything cuz he's got an axe to grind against palestinians 
anyway, smotrich's right tho that we need to address immigration control in gaza if we wanna move forward, but like, can't it be done without making all these other people unhappy? 
Netanyahu's gotta find a way to please everyone or he'll never get anything done, that coalition is so unstable 
Bezalel Smotrich needs to chill out & let the pros handle this one, he's just making things worse with his settlement obsession 
i feel bad 4 turkey & qatar cuz dey r gettin dragged inta dis mess 
. And now this US plan comes along, trying to bring some order to the chaos, but the far-right guys are all like "nope" 
. It's like he's waiting for someone else to take charge and fix everything, which isn't exactly gonna happen anytime soon 
.