A senior Israeli official clarified the new unified stance:
“There will be no more partial deals. Israel and the US now concur on the need to shift from a framework for the release of some of the hostages to a framework for the release of all of the hostages, the disarmament of Hamas, and the demilitarization of the Gaza Strip.”
Creating a demilitarized Gaza Strip could fundamentally transform the political and security landscape of the Middle East. This unprecedented step toward peace and stability would weaken Hamas significantly, potentially opening the door to increased diplomatic relations, economic growth, and lasting security for Israel and its neighbors.
The implications of such a demilitarized zone extend beyond immediate regional security. It could set a precedent for future conflicts, demonstrating the power of unified international diplomacy and concerted efforts to secure lasting peace. Furthermore, a demilitarized Gaza might foster humanitarian progress, improving living conditions and opening pathways to reconstruction and prosperity, changing countless lives for the better.
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum strongly supports this new approach, emphasizing:
“There is no moral or operational justification for partial, ‘selective’ deals. For months, this failed approach has endangered the hostages and delayed the only solution that can end this nightmare: one comprehensive agreement to bring every hostage home.”
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Together, let’s remain steadfast in our advocacy, prayer, and support for Israel and all those suffering in this conflict.
Source: Times of Israel, Nava Freiberg, Jacob Magid, August 1, 2025.
