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Germany calls Trump Gaza plan Hamas-disarmament chance, Netanyahu rejects

8/10/2026

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Germany says U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest Gaza plan offers an opportunity to advance the disarmament of Hamas.
A German foreign ministry spokesperson noted that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the plan.
The spokesperson said the undertaking is complex and that many unanswered questions remain.
He added that disagreement over the proposal was expected and that the German government views it as a chance to make progress despite disputes.

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Germany says U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest Gaza plan offers an opportunity to advance the disarmament of Hamas.
A German foreign ministry spokesperson noted that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the plan.
The spokesperson said the undertaking is complex and that many unanswered questions remain.
He added that disagreement over the proposal was expected and that the German government views it as a chance to make progress despite disputes.