Kushner to Visit Israel After Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Peace Plan

A board official announced that a high‑level visit will be undertaken to address Israeli opposition to a proposed plan that calls for Hamas to disarm and for Israel to withdraw from the Gaza Strip. The announcement came during a briefing in which the official outlined the board’s intent to engage directly with Israeli authorities and other stakeholders to negotiate a framework that could bring the two sides closer to a mutually acceptable settlement.

The plan, which has been drafted by the board’s diplomatic committee, seeks to establish a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza in exchange for a verified disarmament of Hamas and the implementation of security guarantees for both parties. Israeli officials have expressed concerns that the proposal could compromise national security and undermine the legitimacy of the current security arrangements. The upcoming visit is expected to provide a platform for Israeli representatives to voice these concerns, while the board will present evidence and diplomatic precedents that support the feasibility of the disarmament and withdrawal strategy.

If the visit succeeds in bridging the divide, the board will move forward with a formal proposal to the United Nations Security Council, potentially paving the way for a coordinated international effort to implement the plan. The outcome of the discussions will be closely watched by regional actors and the international community, as it could represent a significant shift in the long‑standing Gaza conflict.