Article Summary

This article argues that Israeli leaders, especially Prime Minister Netanyahu, are rejecting a U.S.-backed disarmament deal not because of security concerns but to protect their political power and align with far-right goals, even as Israel faces international pressure to withdraw from Gaza and allow Palestinian self-rule. It highlights how many Israelis support harsh policies toward Palestinians, including forced expulsion, and portrays official resistance to the deal as driven more by ideology than safety. The piece frames Israel’s stance as an obstacle to peace while describing Palestinian civilian suffering from Israel’s war.