Netanyahu Insists on No Gaza Withdrawal Until Hamas Disarmed

Aug 4, 2026

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Aug 4, 2026 19:30

Netanyahu says no Israeli withdrawal from Gaza until Hamas has been completely disarmed

## Israeli Stance on Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Israeli forces will remain in Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed. This stance comes amid differences with the Trump administration over a proposed ceasefire agreement.

## Ceasefire Agreement

The agreement, backed by the Trump administration, suggested that Hamas should start disarming while Israel would cease its military actions and begin withdrawing from Gaza. However, Netanyahu emphasized that disarmament must occur before any withdrawal.

## Recent Developments

On Tuesday, Palestinians held a mass funeral for over 100 bodies recovered from a 2023 Israeli airstrike in Gaza. The attack, which occurred in the Sabra neighborhood, resulted in over 300 deaths. Recent efforts have uncovered 112 bodies, including 40 children, but many remain missing.

## Ongoing Tensions

Despite the October ceasefire, violence continues with over 1,250 Palestinians killed since its implementation. The ceasefire has allowed some recovery efforts, but Gaza remains devastated, with many displaced and living in poor conditions.

## International Reactions

Negotiations for further ceasefire steps have stalled, with both sides accusing each other of violations. The U.S.-created Board of Peace is working on a new disarmament deal, but Israel has expressed security concerns over the current proposals.

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