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U.S., Israel Explore Post-War Gaza Plan Without Hamas or Palestinian Authority
U.S. and Israel discuss a provisional U.S.-led administration in Gaza post-war—excluding Hamas & PA. Risk of backlash looms.
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by News Desk
2025-05-07
U.S., Israel Explore Post-War Gaza Plan Without Hamas or Palestinian Authority

The United States and Israel have held preliminary discussions about establishing a temporary U.S.-led administration in Gaza after the war, according to five individuals familiar with the matter.

The high-level consultations envision a transitional governance structure headed by a U.S. official, modeled loosely on the Coalition Provisional Authority in Iraq (2003). The plan would oversee Gaza’s demilitarization, stabilization, and pave the way for a viable Palestinian leadership — but would exclude both Hamas and the Palestinian Authority (PA).

Sources familiar with the talks said no final decisions have been made and that the discussions remain exploratory, with no clear timeline for the proposed administration’s duration. “This would depend entirely on conditions on the ground,” one source emphasized.

A State Department spokesperson declined to confirm or deny the talks but reiterated that the U.S. seeks peace and the immediate release of hostages. Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office also declined to comment.

🔸 Proposal Faces Regional Sensitivities

The idea mirrors previous U.S. interventions and carries considerable political risk. Sources said comparisons to Iraq’s post-invasion authority — which was widely seen as an occupying force — are already raising concerns of a regional backlash.

In a past interview, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar acknowledged the need for a “transitional period” post-war, hinting at international oversight involving “moderate Arab nations.” However, he gave no specifics about which countries might participate.

While Hamas — which has ruled Gaza since 2007 — firmly rejected any form of U.S. or foreign administration, the Palestinian Authority has not publicly responded.

🔸 UAE Proposal and Diverging Views

The United Arab Emirates, one of the few Arab states to normalize ties with Israel, has proposed a multilateral coalition for Gaza’s post-war future. However, UAE participation hinges on including the Palestinian Authority and a clear path to statehood — a point firmly rejected by Israeli leadership, including Prime Minister Netanyahu.

🔸 Ground Realities and Israeli Strategy

Despite international concern, Israel’s military campaign continues, with over 52,000 Palestinians killed according to Gaza health officials. The Israeli government says its operations aim to recover 59 remaining hostages and neutralize Hamas.

Some members of Netanyahu’s far-right coalition have openly advocated for mass Palestinian displacement and the rebuilding of Jewish settlements in Gaza — though internal discussions reportedly include alternate proposals that stop short of forced exodus.

These include:

  • Establishing permanent Israeli military bases within Gaza
  • Dividing the territory into security-controlled zones
  • Limiting reconstruction efforts to areas cleared by military action

Such plans, if realized, could reshape Gaza's geopolitical future and deepen the region's instability.
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