Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has outlined his vision for Gaza post the Israel-Hamas war, emphasizing complete demilitarization of the Palestinian enclave and proposing that Israel take over security of all entry and exit points. This includes control of the border with Egypt, requiring Israel to manage a new stretch of Gaza's border. The plan involves collaboration with Palestinian officials within Gaza for governance, although specifics on this partnership remain unclear.
Financing for the rebuilding of Gaza is expected to come from Arab partners in the region without ties to terrorism, rejecting UNRWA's involvement in aid distribution. Additionally, Israel opposes unilateral recognition of an independent Palestinian state, diverging from the preferences of the United States and European allies.
Israel's proposal includes establishing a security border within Gaza to prevent radicalization in educational institutions and welfare infrastructure. However, Palestinians view these measures as a form of reoccupation, hindering prospects for an independent state with autonomous governance.
The high-stakes negotiations in Paris involve discussions between Israeli delegates, CIA Director Bill Burns, and representatives from Egypt and Qatar. Meanwhile, families of captives in Gaza continue to protest in Tel Aviv, underscoring the ongoing complexities surrounding the conflict.
