‘We have no one’: Palestinians react to Israel’s rejection of Gaza plan

What the report says

Palestinians in Gaza responded with scepticism and frustration after Israel rejected a US-backed 15-point proposal intended to outline an end to the war and a path for the territory’s future. Al Jazeera reported from Gaza City on 10 August 2026 that the plan included phased Israeli withdrawal, gradual disarmament of Hamas, a Palestinian-led civilian administration, and steps toward humanitarian aid and reconstruction.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would not pull back until Hamas was fully disarmed, a stance that deepened doubts among residents already living through repeated attacks and widespread destruction. The article quotes displaced writer Nesma Harazin, Gaza City resident Mehdi Ahmed, and displaced resident Ramez Haniyeh, all of whom questioned whether any ceasefire could last without withdrawal, rebuilding, and stronger guarantees. Their comments reflected concern that rejection of the proposal could bring more displacement and renewed military operations.

Hamas said it remained committed to implementing the plan and urged mediating and guarantor states to prevent breaches. Gaza’s Government Media Office accused Netanyahu of reversing the negotiations and called for international pressure to stop escalation. Al Jazeera’s reporting also noted that many people in Gaza see the current process as insufficient without changes to the broader balance of power, and that years of conflict have left deep mistrust of diplomatic promises.

The story highlights the gap between formal ceasefire talks and conditions on the ground, where residents continue to face shortages, displacement and uncertainty about whether any agreement can bring lasting calm.