Doron Spielman reports Israel's security concerns regarding the disarmament deal proposed by the administration
Doron Spielman, a spokesperson for the Israeli Prime Minister's office, expressed serious security concerns regarding the disarmament deal brokered by the administration. While the administration announced the agreement, Spielman noted that Israeli intelligence suggests Hamas remains committed to rebuilding its military strength rather than fully demilitarizing. Israel maintains that the military will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas physically surrenders its weapons, as early redeployment could allow the militants to expand their presence and rebuild terrorist infrastructure. These comments follow a period of where at least 17 people were allegedly killed by Israeli forces in Gaza over the weekend. The administration's 20-point ceasefire plan envisions a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces and the arrival of the new Palestinian technocratic government. However, regional observers suggest that significant hurdles remain, as both Hamas and Israel appear to be in no rush to officially sign the agreement. Despite the ceasefire, Israel continues to conduct strikes to target Hamas militants and infrastructure.