The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office has sharply rejected recent amendments proposed by Hamas to the U.S.-backed Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal, calling them “unacceptable.” While reaffirming Israel’s commitment to the original framework negotiated with the support of the United States, Qatar, and Egypt, officials stated that the changes introduced by Hamas would derail key elements of the agreement.
Among the reported changes Hamas demanded were a complete and simultaneous Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza during the ceasefire, stronger guarantees that fighting would not resume, and a restructuring of humanitarian aid channels to be operated by international organizations like the UN and Red Crescent instead of through Israel-linked entities.
Israeli officials claim these proposed modifications, though framed by Hamas as minor, would significantly alter the balance of the deal, undermine Israel’s military objectives, and reduce its leverage in ongoing negotiations. The PM Office made it clear that Israel would not accept terms that weaken its ability to respond to security threats or ensure the release of hostages.
Despite the firm rejection, Israel will still send a delegation to Doha for proximity talks, aiming to reach an agreement based solely on the original plan that was previously accepted. The Israeli stance underscores a broader refusal to entertain concessions seen as beneficial to Hamas or detrimental to national security.
This latest disagreement threatens to stall progress on a ceasefire deal that international mediators hope will bring an end to months of conflict. The situation remains tense as both sides weigh strategic priorities against mounting humanitarian and political pressure.
