Israel Rejects Immunity for October 7 Hamas Militants Amid US Peace Talks

Israel has sent a clear message to the United States that militants involved in the October 7 attacks are not immune from military action. This statement comes amid ongoing disputes over the 15-point peace document and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's firm opposition to it. Netanyahu reiterated Israel's rejection of the document, stating, "Israel rejects the 15-point document. I heard claims that we did not say so, so here I say it again: Israel rejects the 15-point document. The IDF will not withdraw until Hamas is disarmed."

Senior officials from the Trump peace council countered that their assessment focuses on actions on the ground rather than political statements. They told ynet, "We look at actual deeds, less at words and declarations. In practice, Israel has stopped targeted killings and is maintaining the ceasefire." However, Israeli authorities emphasize that even under the ceasefire, Hamas militants will not be granted immunity from Israeli military operations.