The US position has remained unchanged since the beginning of the war, describing the complete dismantlement of Hamas as a prerequisite for any reconstruction effort
A senior US official said Gaza will not be rebuilt unless Hamas is completely dismantled, rejecting proposals that would transfer civilian authority while leaving the terrorist group’s military infrastructure intact.
Speaking to Channel 14 commentator Yaakov Bardugo, the official said the US administration views recent proposals concerning Gaza’s future governance as an attempt by Hamas to relinquish governing responsibilities without surrendering its weapons or military capabilities.
According to the official, plans for a technocratic government to assume control of Gaza would be considered only after Hamas has been fully stripped of its military capacity.