Israel PM Netanyahu Challenges U.S.-Backed Gaza Panel, Holds Coalition Talks

Israel PM Netanyahu Challenges U.S.-Backed Gaza Panel, Holds Coalition Talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened an urgent coalition meeting following his objection to the U.S.-backed Gaza Executive Board, part of a proposed post-war peace and reconstruction plan for Gaza. The panel, which includes representatives from Turkey, Qatar, and other international actors, has raised concerns within Israel over its composition and authority.

Netanyahu and senior members of his coalition argued that the board was not coordinated with Israel and could undermine Israeli policy in Gaza. Far-right ministers, including Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir, have publicly opposed the plan, calling for a stronger security-focused approach to Gaza’s post-war governance.

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The Gaza Executive Board is intended to oversee reconstruction efforts and work alongside a Palestinian technocratic committee, aiming to stabilize Gaza after the recent conflict with Hamas. Israel’s objections have prompted diplomatic discussions with the United States, highlighting potential tensions in Israel-U.S. relations regarding the territory’s future.

The coalition meeting comes as international actors, including Pakistan and Jordan, are invited to participate in broader peace negotiations. Meanwhile, concerns over Gaza’s humanitarian situation continue to mount, with the international community pressing for a sustainable framework for governance and reconstruction.

Israel PM Netanyahu Challenges U.S.-Backed Gaza Panel, Holds Coalition Talks