Yedioth Ahronoth highlights Israeli concerns regarding Qatar’s involvement in Gaza’s reconstruction. There is a fear that Qatar’s national aid flow to Hamas will resume, potentially strengthening the military wing of the organization.
The Israeli Defense Forces have voiced strong opposition to any participation from Doha in rebuilding Gaza. Despite this, the U.S. has pressured Israel into accepting this situation, raising alarms among military officials who warn against a repeat of past errors.
However, the Ministry of Defense expresses support for the Palestinian Authority’s involvement in Gaza’s future governance.Ma’ariv reports on Israeli anger towards Trump’s introduction of members to the Gaza Peace Committee, which includes representatives from Qatar and Turkey. U.S. President Donald Trump announced these members, leading to a sharp rebuke from Prime Minister Netanyahu, who stated that this announcement was not coordinated with Israel and contradicts their policy.
Following this public confrontation, political sources emphasized that this is not merely a technical error but a fundamental issue: ‘We will not agree to bring hostile elements to the negotiation table to determine Gaza’s future.’Israel Hayom points out the conflicting narratives between Israel and the U.S. regarding the Gaza Peace Committee. Questions arise about whether Israel was informed beforehand, as discrepancies emerge between the Prime Minister’s Office and the White House.
Israel claims surprise at the establishment of the Gaza management council, while Washington asserts that Israel was fully aware. Analysts suggest that Israel will not persist in its opposition, as the new Gaza management committee is set to convene in Cairo soon, aiming for a swift transition of power away from Hamas.Haaretz discusses Trump’s announcement of the Gaza Peace Committee despite Israeli opposition with Qatar and Turkey being key members. An informed source revealed that Netanyahu was aware of the committee’s composition.
