Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has taken a hard line on the future of Gaza, vowing to veto any nation his government deems unsuitable for an international peacekeeping force. This declaration comes as a Trump-brokered truce faces numerous challenges.
“Israel will determine which forces are unacceptable to us,” Netanyahu said, claiming the US supports this. The stance is significant as Hamas, which still controls Gaza, refuses to disarm.
Netanyahu has already signaled opposition to Turkish involvement. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, visiting the region, supported the Israeli position, saying the force must be made of “countries that Israel’s comfortable with.”
Rubio also confirmed that Hamas will be excluded from any future governance. US officials are exploring a UN resolution to authorize the force, with talks scheduled in Qatar.
The truce, however, is being tested. An Israeli strike on the Nuseirat camp was condemned by Hamas as a “clear violation.” Furthermore, a slow exchange of remains has prompted Donald Trump to warn Hamas to “return more bodies now.”
Israel’s Hard Line: Netanyahu Vows to Veto Nations in Gaza Peace Force
