Analysts suggest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent refusal of a US-supported peace plan for Gaza has inadvertently benefitted Hamas. The proposed plan involved Hamas gradually relinquishing its weapons stockpile in return for a full Israeli withdrawal from the Gaza Strip. While Hamas signaled a willingness to negotiate, a potential obstacle lies in reaching a consensus on what constitutes complete “disarmament.” Netanyahu’s rejection is viewed by some as undermining efforts towards a resolution and strengthening Hamas’s position. The US-backed initiative aimed to de-escalate tensions and establish a path towards long-term stability in the region. The disagreement highlights the complex challenges facing any potential peace negotiations between Israel and Hamas. Further discussions and compromise will be necessary to overcome this impasse.