Israel Plans Submitting Revised Withdrawal Map

(MENAFN) Israel is anticipated to introduce a revised withdrawal plan during ongoing ceasefire discussions in Qatar, following a deadlock caused by Tel Aviv’s firm stance on retaining control over a significant zone adjacent to the Gaza Strip, according to reports from the media on Saturday.

A broadcaster indicated that negotiators are awaiting the new proposal from Israel to move forward.

Hamas had previously agreed to a buffer zone ranging from 0.7 to 1 kilometers (0.43 to 0.62 miles) in width.

However, Israel’s most recent offer allegedly aimed to preserve control over areas up to 3 kilometers (1.86 miles) wide, which resulted in a breakdown of negotiations.

Although the demands of Hamas and Israel reportedly diverge, the updated map is expected to seek a middle ground to narrow the differences.

A newspaper, citing an Arab diplomatic source, conveyed that the mediator nations remain committed to the process despite ongoing disputes.

The source revealed efforts to mediate between Hamas, which dismissed Israel’s prior map, and Israel’s more hardline political faction, which has resisted a pragmatic compromise.

The United States is also reportedly unhappy with Israel’s current offer and has communicated its reservations to the Qatari and Egyptian facilitators.

Simultaneously, an Israeli state broadcaster reported that insiders close to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu anticipate that far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir may step down if a ceasefire agreement is finalized.

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