Ben-Gvir urges Netanyahu to reject US-backed Gaza deal

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has publicly urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to withdraw from the U.S.-backed captive deal proposal, which he referred to as the “surrender framework.”

In a post on X Saturday evening, Ben-Gvir called for a return to a “framework of decisive victory” rather than accepting the current agreement under negotiation.

“The only path to decisive victory and the secure return of our hostages is the full conquest of the Gaza Strip, a complete halt to so-called ‘humanitarian’ aid, and the encouragement of emigration,” he wrote.

Ben-Gvir emphasized that the true goal of the ongoing war is the collapse of Hamas. He criticized the proposed deal, saying it would stray from this goal and effectively “reward terrorism.”

He further warned that permitting large amounts of aid into Gaza risks “resuscitating Hamas,” undermining efforts to defeat the group decisively.

The statement highlights a sharp divergence within ‘Israeli’ leadership over the best approach to ending the war and securing captives held by Hamas.