Overview
- Netanyahu agreed at a Dec. 29 meeting with President Trump to proceed to phase two of the Gaza arrangement, according to Axios citing senior U.S. officials.
- Trump told Netanyahu he would allow Israel to resume military action against Hamas if the group fails to begin disarming as required by the deal, the outlet reported.
- Netanyahu has stated a new governing structure in Gaza is possible only after Hamas is disarmed, potentially by international forces or other means.
- He added that Hamas should be given a chance to disarm itself but warned disarmament would be achieved by other means if it does not comply.
- Axios also reported that Trump and Netanyahu discussed potential strikes on Iran in 2026 without reaching decisions on timing or conditions.