Netanyahu faces political turmoil over Gaza withdrawal plan

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is confronting mounting political pressure as his government advances a proposal to link the disarmament of Hamas with a potential Israeli withdrawal from the Gaza Strip. The plan, presented to the Knesset this week, calls for a phased pullout of Israeli forces contingent on the removal of weapons and the dismantling of militant infrastructure in the enclave, a strategy that Netanyahu argues is essential for long‑term security and the restoration of civilian life in Gaza.

Opposition parties and several coalition members have voiced strong objections, questioning the feasibility of verification mechanisms and warning that a premature exit could embolden hostile groups. Critics also cite concerns over the humanitarian situation and the lack of a clear timeline for reconstruction. As debates intensify, the government faces the risk of losing its parliamentary majority, a development that could stall the proposal and reshape Israel’s approach to the Gaza conflict.