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Trump-backed Gaza Pullout Paused Until Hamas Disarmed, Critics Push Vote

8/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s board told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Gaza withdrawal will start after Hamas is disarmed.
Two members, including Minister Bezalel Smotrich, urged a vote to overturn Trump-backed plan, saying text differed.
President Isaac Herzog said Hamas disarmment is required and added Netanyahu warned Hamas of attacks like October 7.
Kushner said Israel would halt Gaza strikes on Sunday, but strikes killed two Palestinians on Monday and 19 later.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s board told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Gaza withdrawal will start after Hamas is disarmed.
Two members, including Minister Bezalel Smotrich, urged a vote to overturn Trump-backed plan, saying text differed.
President Isaac Herzog said Hamas disarmment is required and added Netanyahu warned Hamas of attacks like October 7.
Kushner said Israel would halt Gaza strikes on Sunday, but strikes killed two Palestinians on Monday and 19 later.