Israel backs President Trump's 20-point Gaza plan, cites Hamas disarmament as prerequisite for reconstruction

Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office released a statement on X outlining cooperation with the United States and the Board of Peace on humanitarian relief for Gaza. The statement affirmed Israel’s commitment to President Trump’s 20-point plan, which calls for Hamas to disarm and for Gaza to be demilitarised before reconstruction can begin.

The office said Hamas has not surrendered any weapons and continues to control the territory, accusing the group of diverting aid for military purposes. It alleged that cement, water pipes and sanitation equipment intended for civilian use have been repurposed for tunnels and rockets.

Despite these claims, the statement highlighted Israel’s winterisation effort coordinated through the Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT). It said more than 91,000 tents, over 8,200 trucks of tarpaulins, blankets, winter clothing and supplies, as well as 12 vacuum trucks for sewage removal and repairs to water and sewage networks, have been provided to ease winter conditions for Gaza’s residents.

The release concluded by urging regional and international mediators to demand immediate Hamas disarmament so that the 20-point plan can be implemented.