Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a 15-point Gaza plan announced by President Trump, asserting that Israeli military operations will not cease until Hamas is completely disarmed. Netanyahu made the statement during a Cabinet meeting while noting that Israel continues discussions with Washington regarding Gaza’s future. The Trump administration had previously indicated that Israeli forces would withdraw as Hamas disarmament progresses. Israeli military currently controls more than half of Gaza, a Palestinian territory of approximately 2 million residents that has experienced extensive destruction. Hamas political officials stated they remain committed to a proposed roadmap and expect international mediators and the United States to apply pressure on Netanyahu, who faces domestic political challenges ahead of elections scheduled for October 27.
In Yemen, Iranian-backed Houthi rebels conducted attacks on the government-controlled port city of Mocha on the Red Sea coast. The strikes occurred twice within a 24-hour period late in the week. Houthi military sources indicated the operations targeted weapons storage facilities and military concentrations. Yemeni government sources reported that ballistic missiles and drones were used, with some intercepted by air defense systems. At least seven people were killed and fifteen injured in one of the attacks. The assaults caused significant damage to port infrastructure, commercial goods, and food supplies. The Houthis also reportedly targeted a refinery facility in Saudi Arabia’s Jazan city in response to Saudi drone activity.
Iran appointed Mohsen Rezaei as the new head of its Supreme National Security Council, replacing Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr. Rezaei previously served as a military adviser and as a commander in the Revolutionary Guard. Iran and Oman engaged in negotiations regarding management of the Strait of Hormuz, with discussions in advanced stages. Iranian officials stated that vessels from “hostile countries” would be barred from transit. The Iranian parliament’s National Security Committee approved general outlines of a management plan, though specific details remained limited. Iran indicated that reopening the strait requires the United States to cease threats, end military operations, lift sanctions, and provide compensation for war-related damages.
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