BoP proposed deal would leave Israel vulnerable to Hamas re-armament, expert says

An expert assessment by Dr. Igal Shiri, published by the Meir Amit Terrorism and Intelligence Research Institute, warns that the Board of Peace's proposed agreement to disarm Hamas would leave Israel vulnerable to re-armament. The 15-point plan, rejected by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, notably failed to see Hamas relinquish its weapons, only storing them under point 8. Shiri noted that a political crisis or collapse of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG) could lead to Hamas re-arming, similar to the 2007 takeover. He also questioned whether a complete inventory of weapons production facilities would be handed over and dismantled under neutral supervision. The plan allows Hamas members to retain 'personal weapons' registered with the NCAG, which Shiri says would do little to prevent re-arming. Netanyahu said he would not allow a deal promising only 'fictitious disarmament.' Shiri also pointed to Hamas's declaration to continue armed jihad, arguing the group has no intention of implementing the agreement in spirit. The agreement is vague on the fate of Hamas commanders and operatives, including those involved in the October 7 massacre. Shiri warned that restrictions on IDF use of force threaten Israel's ability to respond to threats, as the plan only demands withdrawal in point 13.