Israel aims to reach an agreement that begins with a ceasefire and partial hostage release but continues toward freeing all hostages swiftly, while transferring control from Hamas and fully demilitarizing Gaza, ultimately removing Hamas from power in the region.
Hamas's response, delivered on Monday, likely deliberately ignored the US framework proposed over the weekend, which includes immediate deployment of international forces to areas evacuated by the IDF to prevent terrorists from regaining control. The framework also initiates the transfer of civilian administration from Hamas during the ceasefire, even before final agreements are reached, effectively forcing Hamas to relinquish this control to other entities. The goal is to remove Gaza's civilian population from the conflict equation, end dependence on Hamas – which loots food shipments – and begin Gaza's reconstruction. These entities are international organizations with broad support, including from the UN, which have already started preparations. This includes a structured plan covering health, education, temporary housing, and more.
An international security force, including American and Emirati troops, would enter key areas evacuated by the IDF to prevent Hamas from reestablishing control, planting explosives, or preparing for IDF reentry. Hamas did not address this point, but Al-Akhbar reported that Cairo rejects the idea of deploying an Arab or international force in Gaza. Instead, Egypt and Qatar advocate for a Palestinian technocratic committee to indirectly involve the Palestinian Authority. Egypt has begun training hundreds of Palestinians, mostly from Gaza, to form a future Gaza police force to replace Hamas.
According to a diplomatic source, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia support the US position, taking a central role in Gaza's reconstruction and processes like deradicalization in Palestinian education and society. Israel prefers this option, as it partially addresses security concerns from withdrawal and reduces risks to IDF soldiers. A remaining dispute is Hamas's refusal to allow Red Cross visits to hostages or provide full information on their condition. Hamas only commits to providing necessary medical care, food, and water.
