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Trump's Influence Shapes Israel's Gaza Disarmament Strategy

1/26/2026

Summary

Story summary

Jared Kushner outlined Gaza disarmament principles, but no entity is prepared to dismantle Hamas or Islamic Jihad.
The Palestinian technocrats council lacks an operational force because no international stabilization force has yet been formed.
Israel is leveraging the Rafah crossing to recover Ran Gvili, planning to open it upon U.S. agreement.
U.S. President Donald Trump is influencing Israel's security decisions, and the Israeli public remains anxious about actions against Iran.

History

Historical Context

The Oslo Accords, signed in 1993, initiated a peace process between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), establishing the Palestinian Authority for limited self-governance. Despite hopes for a permanent settlement within five years, ongoing violence from groups like Hamas and the expansion of Israeli settlements have hindered progress, complicating current discussions on Gaza disarmament and regional stability.

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Story summary

Jared Kushner outlined Gaza disarmament principles, but no entity is prepared to dismantle Hamas or Islamic Jihad.
The Palestinian technocrats council lacks an operational force because no international stabilization force has yet been formed.
Israel is leveraging the Rafah crossing to recover Ran Gvili, planning to open it upon U.S. agreement.
U.S. President Donald Trump is influencing Israel's security decisions, and the Israeli public remains anxious about actions against Iran.

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