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Israeli Minister Ben Gvir Rejects Draft Gaza Ceasefire Proposal

Jul 31, 2026 09:17 AM CT Gaza Strip Gaza,ceasefire,negotiations,Israel,domestic-politics

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Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has publicly rejected a draft peace deal for Gaza, labeling it unacceptable due to provisions regarding the cessation of Hamas assassinations. This internal political opposition complicates Israel's diplomatic position and may hinder progress in ceasefire negotiations involving regional and international mediators.

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Ben Gvir says draft peace deal for Gaza 'unacceptable to Israel' Itamar Ben Gvir, the far-right Israeli minister of national security, has rejected a draft peace deal in Gaza as "unacceptable to Israel". He said in a statement on Telegram that any "commitment to stop the assassinations" of Hamas ...

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National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir rejected the draft peace deal as unacceptable, specifically citing concerns over commitments to stop assassinations of Hamas members.

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