Kushner attributes the lack of progress on Gaza to upcoming Israeli elections
Summary
Jared Kushner, President Trump's special envoy, said the lack of progress on rebuilding Gaza is connected to upcoming Israeli elections in October. He indicated political issues in Israel, especially relating to Prime Minister Netanyahu, are slowing down U.S. efforts to disarm Hamas and restore Gaza after years of conflict.Key Facts
- Israel will hold elections in late October with a close race between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his opponents.
- Jared Kushner spoke about political challenges in Israel affecting Gaza rehabilitation during a conference in Kyiv.
- U.S. efforts aim to disarm Hamas and bring investment to rebuild Gaza, but progress is stalled.
- Israel has not provided guarantees needed for a new police force in Gaza that would work independently of Hamas.
- Israel continues airstrikes in Gaza, which Israel says are for security against Hamas threats.
- The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas started nearly a year ago after a war sparked by Hamas' attack on Israel.
- Hamas agreed to the U.S.-backed plan to disarm gradually but resists taking steps without Israel fulfilling its commitments.
- Netanyahu rejected the peace plan’s call for withdrawal from Gaza territory until Hamas is fully disarmed.
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